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The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason with plenty of decisions to make across their roster. That includes figuring out their catching situation. Miguel Amaya should be locked into a role behind the plate.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 1

Chicago Cubs news — Carson Kelly, Matthew Boyd and Cubs killers

I’m filling in here and I’m covering all the Cubs news that came out on Halloween. Which, as you might imagine, isn’t a heck of a lot. Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd and catcher Carson Kelly have officially declined their contract options for 2027.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 31

What Should the Cubs Do At Catcher with Carson Kelly Likely Gone?

Several tough decisions remain for the Chicago Cubs. President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer told the media and fans at his season-ending press conference that he expects the team to look a lot different in 2027.

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The 'AL & NL Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Season HR-leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Season hits-leader by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champs' quiz

Athletics News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Chicago Cubs Officially Part Ways With 11-Year MLB Veteran

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has declined his $7.5 million mutual option for the 2027 season, taking a $1.5 million buyout and becoming a free agent.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Chicago Cubs: Veteran catcher signals farewell

Veteran catcher Carson Kelly, who spent the last two seasons with the Chicago Cubs, posted an emotional message to the team, city, and fans on Instagram Friday.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Matthew Boyd, Carson Kelly Become Free Agents

Cubs lefty Matthew Boyd and catcher Carson Kelly are now free agents, the MLBPA announced Friday. Both players had mutual options — Boyd’s valued at $15MM and Kelly’s at $7.5MM.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 26

A few thoughts about the Cubs and Carson Kelly

Carson Kelly has to be one of the best value free-agent signings by the Cubs in recent memory. Signed to a two-year, $11.5 million deal before the 2025 season (that was two years at $5 million each plus a $1.5 million buyout), Kelly batted .249/.333/.428 with 17 home runs in 111 games last year, producing 3.5 bWAR, his best MLB season.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 15

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Amaya, Kelly, Skubal, Peralta

Today’s Reflections Hello, everyone. Just letting you know I came across two new articles about the outfield positioning experiment. The first one is a

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 13

The Chicago Cubs’ overlooked catching crisis

The Chicago Cubs may have a looming catcher crisis that, because of other team needs, is possibly not going to be addressed properly. There’s a mutual option attached to Carson Kelly that will likely be turned down by the 32-year-old catcher as he pursues, possibly, his last opportunity to bag a multi-year contract.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Cubs catcher Carson Kelly reveals Chicago’s motto for showdown vs. Dodgers

Carson Kelly had a hand in nearly everything Chicago’s offense did well Monday night, powering a 10-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. The catcher homered

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / August 1

Cubs Unlikely to Trade Suzuki, Kelly; Looking For 3 Pitchers

The Chicago Cubs are unlikely to move on from outfielder Seiya Suzuki or catcher Carson Kelly ahead of Monday’s trade deadline, contrary to some rumors and reports.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 30

Cubs reportedly willing to trade catcher Carson Kelly in right deal

The Chicago Cubs are expected to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. However, they could still look to move on from a major league asset in the right deal.

Alex Bregman is slowly turning into exactly who Cubs paid him to be

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade

Insider urges Red Sox to pursue blockbuster Jeremy Pena trade

Tigers' Tarik Skubal has a preferred trade destination

Who are the 'biggest threats' to Dodgers in Tarik Skubal sweepstakes?

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

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The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 9

Cubs at Orioles Lineup: Kelly Gets Rare DH Start, Peterson Has to Be Better, More

The Chicago Cubs are 18-6 in their last 24 games, and they're in perfect form to extend that winning record in Thursday afternoon's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 8

Cubs vs. Orioles Lineup: Can Bregman Stay Hot? Carson Kelly In, Switch at DH, More

The Chicago Cubs took care of business on Tuesday largely thanks to Matthew Boyd's best outing of the season. The offense also came through with double-digit hits, as they did a much better job capitalizing on runners in scoring position.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / June 19

Carson Kelly crashes grand slam as Cubs thrash Blue Jays

Carson Kelly belted his second career grand slam to highlight his six-RBI performance, fueling the host Chicago Cubs to a 16-2 romp over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 18

Carson Kelly's pinch-hit homer propels Cubs over hapless Mets

Carson Kelly hit a tie-breaking three-run pinch-hit home run in the sixth inning Saturday afternoon for the host Chicago Cubs, who beat the skidding New York Mets 4-2.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 1, 2025

Carson Kelly fuels furious Cubs comeback over Braves

The Chicago Cubs had one of their best comebacks of the season on Monday afternoon.

What could Carlos Santana signing mean for Cubs' postseason chase?

Cubs to sign recently released veteran 1B

The best player ever to play for each MLB franchise

The 'MLB 30/30 club' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24, 2025

Cubs' Carson Kelly Reveals Why He Liked MLB Rule Change to Universal DH

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has spent time in both the American League and National League throughout his career. While the rules are universal between

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / May 25, 2025

Chicago Cubs Catcher Carson Kelly Scratched From Starting Lineup Due to Illness

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has been scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Cincinnati Reds due to illness, the team has announced. Kelly was in line to start behind the plate, a role he was set to fill more frequently with Miguel Amaya landing on the injured list.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2025

NL Central fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

Some players are overperforming early in the Major League Baseball schedule and are due to regress.

NL West fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

AL East fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The 'Most recent cycle by MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1, 2025

Unexpected MLB player hits for the cycle

The improbable cycle was the first in Cubs history since former All-Star Mark Grace did it in 1993.

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2025

The 'Most recent cycle by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14, 2024

Cubs sign top free-agent catcher as big day continues

The righty-swinging backstop had a nice year in 2024.

Kyle Tucker trade first step of an Astros domino effect?

Tigers have interest in two-time All-Star reliever

Yankees reportedly eyeing Cody Bellinger after whiffing on Kyle Tucker trade

25 lessons taken from the 2024 MLB season

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / September 28, 2024

Carson Kelly's three-hit night guides Rangers past Angels

Carson Kelly finished a triple shy of the cycle Friday night for the Texas Rangers, who beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 in Anaheim, Calif., to open the final series of the year for both teams.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 16, 2024

Tigers reaping benefits of quiet August pickup

It’s proven to be a savvy move. After a disastrous stretch at the plate in 2022-23, he has rebounded back to the 2019 and 2021 form that made him into a quality all-around catcher.

Buyers or sellers: Detroit Tigers

Three potential trade destinations for Tigers ace

Five non-Paul Skenes storylines to watch at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '1984 World Champion Detroit Tigers' quiz

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / March 22, 2024