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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 9
Chicago Cubs' Interest In Free Agent Closer Adds Clarity To Bullpen Plan
The Chicago Cubs made waves when they signed veteran reliever Phil Maton to a two-year, $14.5 million contract in November. While Maton has proved to be
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / December 9
Chicago Cubs 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List
The Chicago Cubs are fresh off their first postseason appearance in five years. If you consider only full seasons (i.e. remove the 60-game 2020 season), it had really been seven since they made the playoffs and eight since their last playoff win.
Jed Hoyer News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 9
2025 MLB Winter Meetings: Jed Hoyer speaks 
The Winter Meetings so far are notable for one thing: The lack of major signings. The “biggest” thing that’s happened so far is Steven Matz, formerly of the Cardinals, signing a two-year deal with the Rays.
The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz
How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 9
Cubs May Lose Key Free Agent Reliever To Yankees This Offseason
The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason with the goal of improving their pitching staff both in the bullpen and in the starting rotation, whether it be via free agency or the trade market.
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.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 9
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Gallen, Gore, King, Stanek
The Winter Meetings are underway. Nothing under our collective tree yet. Ryne Stanek is a name in the wind, Michael King still draws interest, Zac Gallen is probably still a thing, and MacKenzie Gore’s name is out there.
Mike Soroka News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 9
What Michael Soroka's Diamondbacks Signing Means For The Cubs
While players without a contract for the 2026 season are looking for a new home, one more free agent is off the board. This time, it's one of the Chicago Cubs' own after a new deal was agreed upon at the MLB Winter Meetings.
Jed Hoyer News / ChiCitySports / December 8
Cubs’ Jed Hoyer shuts down rumors of teams doubt in 1 key player
Rumors have been swirling around the Chicago Cubs this offseason, with one interesting speculation being that the front office had lost confidence in one of their key players.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8
Cubs rumors: Chicago dipping toe in free-agent closer market at Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs entered the Winter Meetings with clear interest in the closer market, signaling a possible shift toward a more aggressive approach to MLB free agency this offseason.
Phil Maton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 8
Cubs Boss Explains Rush To Sign Phil Maton To Two-Year Contract
The Chicago Cubs were one of the first teams to move on the reliever market when free agency began after the World Series. They’re glad they did. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer talked about a variety of topics on Monday in Orlando, the first full day of the MLB winter meetings.
Chicago Cubs News / ESPN / December 8
Cubs prez sees team 'definitely' adding pitching
The Cubs are likely to add more to their pitching staff, team president Jed Hoyer told reporters at MLB's winter meetings on Monday.
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.
Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / December 8
Cubs Star Nico Hoerner’s Future With Team Gets Big Update
With MLB Winter Meetings underway, the rumor mill has been working overtime. Plenty of speculation has come up surrounding the Chicago Cubs, although fans still do not have any clue what to expect from Jed Hoyer and the front office.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 8
Chicago Cubs' Three Best Trade Pieces This Winter
With the winter meetings for Major League Baseball approaching, the Chicago Cubs could easily be one of the more active teams in the trade market. After ending a four-year playoff drought this past season, the team is determined to ensure their first postseason appearance since 2020 isn't a one-off.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 8
Cubs Called Out Among Teams Chasing Top Japanese Arm
Many of the top free agents over the past several MLB offseasons came to the big leagues with zero experience playing in the United States aside from appearing in a World Baseball Classic.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 8
Report: Chicago Cubs interested in hard-throwing strikeout specialist as last bullpen piece
The Chicago Cubs are walking into this year’s winter meetings with a need to rebuild almost their entire bullpen. But, if a recent report is correct, they may not have the urgency one would expect from a team with such a clear and glaring need.
Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / December 8
Cubs should look no further than familiar name in MLB free agency
The Chicago Cubs are almost certainly losing superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker this offseason in MLB free agency. After just one season with the club, Tucker hasn’t even been rumored recently to end up back with the Cubs.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 8
Chicago Cubs’ pursuing third basemen Bregman, Suarez? What about Matt Shaw?
The Chicago Cubs came into the offseason targeting pitching. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins have flat-out declared their primary focus to be pitching this winter.
Mike Soroka News / Field Level Media / December 8
Report: D-backs signing RHP Michael Soroka to 1-year deal
The Arizona Diamondbacks are in agreement with right-hander Michael Soroka on a one-year, $7.5 million contract, ESPN reported on Monday. The 28-year-old former All-Star is coming off a 3-8 season with a 4.52 ERA in 22 games (17 starts) split between the Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs in 2025.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 7
Cubs rumors: What would happen to Matt Shaw if Alex Bregman signs in free agency?
The Chicago Cubs enter the Winter Meetings balancing two storylines: Matt Shaw’s breakout at third base and Alex Bregman’s return to MLB Free Agency. The Cubs likes its young core and fans love Shaw’s rise.
Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Could Brad Keller end up as a starting pitcher for Tigers?
The Detroit Tigers are among the teams that have expressed interest in free-agent righty Brad Keller as a starting pitcher.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Last offseason's finalists in Alex Bregman sweepstakes are trying to land him again
Bregman opted for the shortest deal to get back to the market, accepting a three-year guarantee from Boston with outs after the first two years.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 4
Why Blue Jays should be willing to open checkbook for Kyle Tucker
The Toronto Blue Jays could use more championship pedigree after losing in Game 7 of the 2025 Fall Classic, so why not add a player who has won a World Series already?
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / November 26
Biggest factor that may keep Kyle Tucker from cashing in during MLB free agency
While some experts have predicted Kyle Tucker may earn a $400 million deal this winter, MLB executives doubt it will happen for one major reason.
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