Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Why Alex Bregman Shouldn't Be Cubs Top Third Base Free Agency Target

If Kyle Tucker leaves in free agency, the Chicago Cubs will need to try at least to replace his production in the lineup. While the most obvious way to do this would be to try and sign (or trade for) another outfielder because that's where Tucker played on defense, Chicago could also make a play for a top talent at another position.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Nico Hoerner

Finally, I think I’ve got one here that all of us can agree on. Nico Hoerner was one of the top players in the National League this year. He might have received an All-Star nod if he’d hit somewhat better in the first half.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 30

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Cease, Steele, Horton, Shaw, Tucker, Schwarber

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. The Cubs have things to do. I’ve no doubt that the current scarcity of Cub coverage is only due to the ongoing finale to the season, a dramatic World Series between the mighty Dodgers and ineffable Blue Jays, who seek to cast a fog upon LA.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 30

Cubs Could Trade Away Fan Favorite Slugger Ahead of Contract Year to Open Spot

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason fresh off their first real playoff run in close to a decade, and everyone in the city wants to figure out the best way to get back.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Nolan Arenado News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 29

Why 10-Time Gold Glove Winner Could Be Cubs Perfect Trade Fit

One of the most intriguing stories during last MLB offseason was whether the St. Louis Cardinals were going to trade eight-time MLB All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove Award winner Nolan Arenado.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / October 29

CubsCon 2026 Weekend Passes on Sale Thursday

It’s hard to believe Cubs Convention is less than three months away, but here we are. See the media release below for details on weekend passes. CHICAGO – Starting tomorrow, October 30, at noon CT, weekend passes for the 2026 Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago will go on sale to the general public.

Chicago Cubs News / New Baseball Media / October 29

2025 MLB Season Recap: Chicago Cubs

The 2025 Chicago Cubs were able to break the franchise’s postseason drought. Chicago (NL) won 92 games and made it to the NLDS. But ultimately, the Milwaukee Brewers outclassed the Cubs, as Chicago’s pitching and offense couldn’t manufacture enough in their losses up in Wisconsin.

Shohei Ohtani News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Report: Chicago Cubs removed themselves from Shohei Ohtani pursuit

The Chicago Cubs are looking to re-tool and get back into the postseason mix next season after being eliminated in Game Five of the NLDS by the Milwaukee Brewers.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 29

Cubs Convention passes go on sale Thursday

The annual Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in downtown Chicago will take place Jan. 16-18, 2026, and weekend passes will go on sale tomorrow, Oct.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / October 29

Cubs Could Target Japanese RHP Tatsuya Imai, Who Throws ‘Wrong Way’ Slider

I’ve been looking for the right time to write about Japanese righty Tatsuya Imai ever since seeing Lance Brozdowski’s breakdown of his “wrong way” slider (5:35 mark, clip below), and now I’ve got it.

Luis Martinez-Gomez News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 29

Luis-Martinez Gomez Emerging As Cubs’ Best Arizona Fall League Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs prospects playing for the Mesa Solar Sox in the Arizona Fall League are looking up at most of the league after 17 games. The Solar Sox are 7-10, which is the second-worst record in the league ahead of Glendale (4-12).

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Ian Happ News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 29

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Ian Happ

Okay, so most of you didn’t like my series on proposed extensions for young Cubs players. Yes, I probably went overboard on some of them. Mainly, I just wanted to open up the topics for discussion.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 29

Cubs Should Lock Down Critical Star This Offseason Before Contract Year Hits

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason with the big question looming being who they are going to acquire, either via free agency or trade. It's natural for this to be the first thing on the minds of fans after a big winter at this point a year ago, when the team's moves led to the first real playoff run in close to a decade.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 28

Chicago Cubs must resist the urge to trade this against-the-grain top prospect

The Chicago Cubs are in an interesting position as they head into the 2026 season. More News: Chicago Cubs favored to retain two key free agents, per insider They’re staring down the reality that many of their top assets may only be with the club for one more season.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / October 28

Pope Leo XIV gifted a Chicago Cubs jersey

It’s no secret that Pope Leo XIV has his love for Chicago sports teams. He’s a fan of all Chicago teams except the Cubs as he’s made it known his support is for the White Sox.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 28

Should Cubs Make Painful Move And Trade Fan Favorite All-Star While Value Is High?

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason coming off their first real playoff run in almost a decade, bringing a sense of baseball excitement back to the city and a renewed hope for contention.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 28

Pope Leo's Cubs Roast Comes Back To Haunt Him With Latest Jersey Photo Op

The Chicago Cubs seem like a much more blessed franchise than their cross-town rival White Sox right now. Not only did the Cubs produce a much better season

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 26

Extension candidate: Pete Crow-Armstrong

Few players captured more attention throughout the 2025 season than Pete Crow-Armstrong. The young center fielder seemed to launch himself into superstardom in the first half this year, with 20 doubles, 21 homers, and 25 steals through the end of June.

Kyle Tucker News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Chicago Cubs Receive Brutal Kyle Tucker Prediction Before Offseason

The Chicago Cubs rolled the dice last offseason, engineering a blockbuster trade for Houston Astros star Kyle Tucker in a move that signaled championship ambition.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26

Cubs expected to pursue a former Cy Young finalist in free agency

The Chicago Cubs may be about to take a big swing for their rotation. Chicago is expected to pursue San Diego Padres pitcher Dylan Cease in free agency this winter, Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reported this week.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Report: Cubs Interested in Reunion With Star Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs are gearing up for an aggressive offseason, with right-hander Dylan Cease emerging as a prime target to bolster their starting pitching, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score.