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Cubs Offseason News: Javier Assad's Option Declined? Tyler Austin's Future, More

The Chicago Cubs are one of the most fascinating teams to watch this offseason. After a frustrating finish in the NL Wild Card, expectations remain high for this win-now group heading into 2027.

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The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason with a clear set of priorities after another early postseason exit. Multiple starting pitchers are heading to free agency, leaving the rotation thin beyond question marks like Edward Cabrera and the injury-delayed returns of Justin Steele and Cade Horton.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 4

Seattle Mariners successfully steal next manager from Chicago Cubs

As teams begin their offseason planning, there will be countless changes for every MLB franchise. That includes the Chicago Cubs, who are at a bit of a crossroads.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 4

The Top 100 Cubs: A 150th anniversary celebration

This year, as you know, is the 150th anniversary of the Chicago Cubs as a National League franchise. The team celebrated this anniversary throughout the year, and unveiled Champions Gate at Gallagher Way in July to celebrate the team’s three World Series titles.

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Javier Assad News / ChiCitySports / November 4

Why the Chicago Cubs declined the 2027 option on Javier Assad

The Chicago Cubs are in desperate need of pitching this coming season and are reportedly devoting most of their energies and funds in pursuit of arms this offseason.

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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 / Baseball Now / November 4

Cubs Signing This Two-Time All-Star Makes Too Much Sense Not To Happen

The Chicago Cubs had a great offense last season, led by Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman. However, the pitching staff was terrible. They had a 4.12 ERA overall, with their starters posting a 4.27 ERA.

Tyler Austin News / Viral Sports News / November 4

Chicago Cubs Cut Ties With Long-Time MLB Veteran

The Chicago Cubs quietly closed the book on an injury-shortened experiment this week by outrighting first baseman Tyler Austin off the 40-man roster, via the MLB transaction log.

Tarik Skubal News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 4

Cubs free agent target: Tarik Skubal

It’s that time of year again, with the 2026 season in the books. Free agent season! Only this year, it’s different, because only a few weeks from now, MLB owners are likely going to lock out MLB players and all transactions, along with everything else in MLB, will stop.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 4

The Chicago Cubs Suddenly Have an Excellent Trade Partner in the Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners were, at best, a mediocre team in 2026. They finished the season in third place in the AL West standings with a record of 76-86. Still, it wasn’t all that bad for them.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 4

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — November 4

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to John Grabow, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1959 – Ernie Banks wins his second National League MVP Award in a row on the strength of his 45 home runs and 143 RBI for the Chicago Cubs.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 4

Several former Chicago Cubs managers make Hall of Fame ballot

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum announced the 2027 Contemporary Baseball Era ballot. This ballot includes four managers and four executives.

Tyler Austin News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Cubs Outright Tyler Austin

The Cubs sent first baseman Tyler Austin outright off their 40-man roster this week, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Chicago’s offseason roster count drops to 34.

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 3

Ken Rosenthal expects ‘at least two’ free agent pitcher additions for Cubs

As rumors surround the Chicago Cubs as they head into the offseason after another disappointing exit in the postseason, the need for starting pitching is likely to be addressed.

Tarik Skubal News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 3

Cubs Free Agency Rumors: Does A Tarik Skubal Pursuit Have New Life?

The idea of Tarik Skubal sporting a Chicago Cubs jersey has largely felt like a dream. Yes, the franchise has been named a suitor multiple times in the past.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 3

Chicago Cubs: Suzuki’s free agent worth behind only Skubal’s, per Fangraphs

The Chicago Cubs have a lot of work ahead of them if they want to be serious playoff contenders next season. They’re going to have to pretty much rebuild their entire starting rotation.

Javier Assad News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 3

Cubs Decline Javier Assad’s Option; Assad Remains Under Team Control

The Cubs declined their $3.3MM club option on righty Javier Assad yesterday, reports Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. He remains under club control as an arbitration-eligible player.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 3

Chicago Cubs add reliever ahead of 2027 pitching rebuild

The Chicago Cubs are in dire need of pitching this offseason—lots of pitching. That’s not an exaggeration. As those following the team know, the Cubs will likely be losing every starter in their end-of-season rotation.

MLB News / Trade Talk Sports / November 2

Seiya Suzuki Makes Sense for the Blue Jays, But Is That Enough?

The Blue Jays are being linked to Seiya Suzuki, and you can see why the idea is getting attention. Toronto needs to add an impact bat, and Suzuki is coming off a productive season with the Cubs: 26 home runs, 86 RBIs, and a .270 average in 143 games.

Alex Bregman News / On Tap Sports Net / November 2

Gold on the North Side: PCA and Bregman Bring Home Gold Gloves

Chicago Cubs fans have a reason to celebrate. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman were officially named 2026 Rawlings Gold Glove Award winners on Sunday night, giving the Cubs two of baseball’s most prestigious defensive honors and putting an exclamation point on what has been an impressive defensive season on the North Side.

Chicago Cubs News / Baseball Now / November 2

Cubs Cut Ties With Veteran Pitcher After Two Seasons

The Chicago Cubs have declined Colin Rea's 2027 option, according to ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Rea's option was valued at $7.5 million, and he was second on the pitching staff in innings pitched last season.

Ian Happ News / Athlon Sports / November 2

Ian Happ Shares Foundation Update Amid MLB Offseason

Outfielder Ian Happ hit .218 with 24 home runs, 68 RBIs and 89 runs scored in 156 games for the Chicago Cubs in 2026, his 10th season with the organization.

Colin Rea News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Cubs To Decline Club Option On Colin Rea

The Cubs are not expected to pick up their option on right-hander Colin Rea, reports Jesse Rogers of ESPN. The veteran had a $7.5MM club option for 2027 with a $1MM buyout.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / EssentiallySports / November 2

'That’s a Huge Honor': Pete Crow-Armstrong Reacts as He Joins MLB Legend in Rare Company

Some MLB seasons end with a championship, while others produce a historic individual campaign that refuses to go unnoticed. For the Chicago Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong delivered the latter, turning a disappointing postseason exit into a season to remember.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / November 2

2026 Gold Glove winners: The full list and the names that jump out

Rawlings handed out the 2026 Gold Glove Awards on Sunday night, and the winners list is a fun mix of familiar names, rising MLB stars and a couple of choices that will likely start arguments in group chats across baseball.

Highly touted prospect Nolan Perry deserves spot on Blue Jays' 2027 roster

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