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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — December 15 
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.
Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / December 14
Cubs' Dansby Swanson Announces News Away From MLB on Sunday
The Chicago Cubs remain hopeful of making another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2025. The front office is expected to make additions to the roster in order to contend for first place in the NL Central.
Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / December 14
Kyle Tucker Sends Message Amid MLB Free Agency
Kyle Tucker is one of the premier free agents on the market, and his future in MLB remains uncertain. He is expected to command a long-term deal that could approach $400 million, a figure that reflects his status as one of the league’s most complete all-around talents.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Carter Hawkins Admits Why Cubs Aren't 'Attractive' To Players Like Cody Bellinger
The Chicago Cubs haven't made major waves in signing free agents to this point in the MLB offseason. They did sign high-level reliever Phil Maton to a two-year deal, which was a shrewd move for Jed Hoyer and the rest of the front office.
Carter Hawkins News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs GM Carter Hawkins Explains Chicago’s Slow Start To Free Agency
There has been a flurry of free agency activity to this point in the MLB offseason. In this past week alone, two of the best sluggers on the market (Pete
Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs: High hopes for Jaxon Wiggins, the last of the homegrown arms
The Chicago Cubs have not exactly lit the offseason baseball world on fire. Despite a lot of bullish talk and plenty of “we’re going after so and so” PR leaked to media, the team’s entire talent haul so far consists of relievers Phil Maton and Hoby Milner, plus a couple of minor league-level depth pieces.
Anthony Rizzo News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs Legend Anthony Rizzo Reveals The Next 'Terrifying' Project He's Taking On
So far, retirement has been good for Anthony Rizzo. He retired as a Chicago Cub and nearly caught a home run ball in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, which was the first time he had ever sat out there.
Juan Pierre News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 14
Cubs historical sleuthing: Juan Pierre edition
The Cubs decided to go old-school in 2005 and 2006. From 1993-2004 they had put names on the back of home uniforms. Names had been on the back of Cubs road uniforms since 1982.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 14
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Hoerner, Zombro
Sources tell us that Burl Carraway is no longer in the organization. He was once a promising prospect with a big fastball from the sinister side, but his future didn’t turn out so well.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs block influential front office member from exploring outside opportunity
The Chicago Cubs and front office member Tyler Zombro have now been together for just over a year, making this winter their second offseason as a partnership.
Jonathon Long News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Jonathon Long is on a World Baseball Classic roster — but not for the country you might expect
Earlier this week I posted here about the eight Cubs players with MLB experience who will likely take the field for their home countries in the World Baseball
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 13
Chicago Cubs losing hope fast on the closer front
The Chicago Cubs have already almost crapped out entirely in addressing one of their offseason needs– a reliable, veteran closer. Late Friday, it was reported
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Counsell, Happ, Hoyer.
Former Cub and Ray Christopher Morel is now a Marlin, sources reveal. It sucks about Devin Williams, who would surely have been a fine Cub. Also revealed: several MLB players have signed with teams that aren’t the Dodgers.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 13
Chicago Cubs should sign ‘low-cost, high-upside’ reliever following 2025 Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs are looking to continue adding to their bullpen following the 2025 Winter Meetings. The team has already signed two relievers in Hoby Milner and Collin Snider, but the team is still looking to address the need for late-inning arms.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs may target this right-handed reliever in MLB free agency
The Chicago Cubs have made some additions to their bullpen for the upcoming season, but they are in a position where they still need to continue adding.
Matt Shaw News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 12
Why Matt Shaw’s Second Half At The Plate Shows He’s Set For A Breakout Year Two
There has been plenty of speculation on Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw and his future with the team after his rookie season. Shaw finished the year with .a 226 batting average and .295 on-base percentage.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs should target this high-leverage reliever following Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs are in a position where they need to focus on improving their bullpen. The team saw multiple back-end relievers hit free agency and are now looking to fill the hole for the later innings of close games in 2026.
Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Cubs To Sign Hoby Milner
The Cubs and left-hander Hoby Milner are in agreement on a one-year deal. The MVP Sports Group will make $3.75MM plus incentives. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation was first on the deal.
Nico Hoerner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Nico Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has come up in trade conversations, according to a report from Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. The
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / December 11
Dodgers may sign Kyle Tucker under one condition
Tucker is the biggest name in free agency right now, and with the Dodgers' need for help at the corner spots of the outfield, he's an obvious fit for Dave Roberts' team.
Nico Hoerner News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Cubs Trade or Extend Nico Hoerner?
In today’s home run-obsessed MLB, it seems like the scrappy player is a thing of the past. Second base used to be a spot for the player who hits for average, doesn’t strikeout, steals bases, and plays good defense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Red Sox face two competitors for Alex Bregman
Retaining Bregman should be a priority for the Red Sox, but they will have some competition.
Kyle Tucker News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
Three Realistic Landing Spots for Kyle Tucker
Kyle Tucker, hitting the open market after a strong season with the Chicago Cubs, instantly becomes one of the most valuable players available. A left-handed, middle-of-the-order star with Gold Glove defense in right field simply does not reach free agency often.
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.
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