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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 9
An updated look at the Cubs’ Opening Day 26-man roster 
Sunday, as you know, the Cubs made their first Spring Training roster cuts. There are now 53 players remaining in camp, and that number’s likely to remain fairly large until the World Baseball Classic ends.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 9
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, March 9
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Indians in Cleveland, women in the locker room, and other stories 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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 8
Notable Chicago Cubs prospect missing WBC receives encouraging injury update
A few weeks ago, the Chicago Cubs were just starting Spring Training games. Early on, players participating in the 2026 Word Baseball Classic got priority when it came to playing time, ensuring they were ready for the international tournament.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 8
Giants 9, Cubs 5: A tale of two games
MESA, Arizona — The Cubs who played in this game who will actually be on the Opening Day roster did very well. They got five runs out of (most) of the starting lineup and three relievers who will be in the Opening Day bullpen threw scoreless innings (and so did Luke Little, which is a good sign).
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Porter Hodge News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 8
Cubs Right-Hander Lands on IL Due to Right Flexor Strain
Spring Training, at its core, is an opportunity. Players and prospects need to show their franchise why they deserve a spot on the 40-man roster come Opening Day.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 8
Chicago Cubs: Several pitchers are heading to the injured list
Cubs manager Craig Counsell reveals that the team’s pitching depth will be a bit banged up heading into the regular season. Per Cubs beat Bruce Levine, Counsell said both LHP Jordan Wicks and RHP Porter Hodge will start the season on the IL.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 8
Cubs Announce First Round of Spring Training Roster Cuts Including Top Prospect
Spring Training not only marks the beginning of the baseball season but also provides teams with essential tangible evidence of how their roster and prospects may perform when it matters.
Javier Assad News / ChiCitySports / March 8
Chicago Cubs: Javier Assad seems set on ruining Cubs’ Plan A
The Chicago Cubs’ depth in the area of starting pitching has been well documented. If everyone stays healthy and performs up to expectations– and that’s a big “if’ – they could be carrying as many as 10 possible big league starters on their roster.
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 / Field Level Media / March 8
Cubs relievers Porter Hodge, Jordan Wicks to start season on IL
Cubs relievers Porter Hodge and Jordan Wicks will start the season on the injured list, Chicago manager Craig Counsell told reporters Sunday. Hodge is
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 8
Chicago Cubs roster cuts include MLB top pitching prospect
The Chicago Cubs have begun trimming their spring training roster to get ready for Opening Day, going from 62 players to 53. Of the names cut from the roster, infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramirez got optioned to Triple-A Iowa (Triantos) and Double-A Knoixville (Ramirez), with right-hander and MLB No.
Ian Happ News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Cubs Facing Big Decision After Ian Happ's Comments
Chicago Cubs star outfielder Ian Happ is set to enter MLB free agency following the 2026 MLB season. The 31-year-old has spent his entire career in Chicago with the Cubs, but there is a chance that 2026 will be his final year with the ball club.
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