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The Chicago Cubs, in a lot of ways, are facing somewhat of a “win now” situation in 2026. Looking up and down the roster, one realizes just how much of the team’s core talent could be leaving after the coming season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 28

Insider Says Cubs Still Targeting Top Free Agent Ace Despite Conflicting Reports

The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason looking to shake some things up and make some major moves, and that is exactly how they have approached the winter.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 20

Chicago Cubs: Positive news on injured ace, rehab ahead of schedule

The Chicago Cubs bolstered their starting rotation by trading for emerging right-handed power pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins. Prior to that they retained the services of lefty Shota Imanaga and swing man Colin Rea, who performed very well as a starter last season.

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The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '2025 MLB hits leaders' quiz

The 'Cleveland's 1997 World Series roster' quiz

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 18

Chicago Cubs could address rotation questions with bold restructuring

The Chicago Cubs went out and made the deal this offseason for the pitcher they had been linked to since last season’s trade deadline. In a trade that cost them their top prospect Owen Caissie and two infield prospects, the Cubs brought aboard right-hander Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 14

Complete List Of Every Cubs Transaction Made This Offseason

The Chicago Cubs want to build on last year’s playoff berth, their first since the COVID-19-shortened 2020 season. And to do so, a great offseason is necessary.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 13

Another early look at the 2026 Cubs Opening Day roster

Just last week, I took a “way too early” look at a possible Cubs Opening Day roster. Today, we stand 72 days from that (hopefully not too cold) Opening Day game Thursday, March 26 against the Nationals at Wrigley Field — and two significant changes have happened since then.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 5

A way-too-early look at the 2026 Cubs Opening Day roster

Today, we stand 80 days away from the Cubs’ Opening Day game March 26 against the Nationals at Wrigley Field. That’s 11 and a half weeks, which is plenty

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / December 9

Chicago Cubs 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List

The Chicago Cubs are fresh off their first postseason appearance in five years. If you consider only full seasons (i.e. remove the 60-game 2020 season), it had really been seven since they made the playoffs and eight since their last playoff win.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 7

3 Key Items On The Chicago Cubs To-Do List For The 2025 Winter Meetings

Free agency for the majors kicks off as soon as the World Series ends. Even though that was over a month ago, the Chicago Cubs have yet to make any game-changing moves towards improving their 2026 roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 6

Key Stat Reveals Why Ranger Suárez Could Thrive With The Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have been extremely vocal this offseason about what they are prioritizing for their 2026 roster — starting pitchers. While they lost out on Dylan Cease, there are still quite a few elite arms that are up for grabs, one of which is Ranger Suárez.

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.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 29

Former Cubs flamethrower improbably retained by Yankees following non-tender

Back in 2021, the Chicago Cubs signed Michael Arias to a minor league deal. He was formerly a shortstop in the Toronto Blue Jays farm system, signing in 2018, but with an arm that could reach triple digits off the mound, he made the switch to pitcher in 2021.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 23

Chicago Cubs are aiming big on pitching this offseason, per insiders

The Chicago Cubs started out the offseason facing the possibility that they might need to bring aboard as many as seven or eight major league roster-ready pitchers before spring training.

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The 'Super Bowl host cities' quiz

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 9

How Cubs Dramatic Future Payroll Drop Will Allow Them To Pursue Major Free Agents

This is the time of year for Top 50 free agents lists and projections for salaries for those star players. The projections don’t necessarily line up with reality, but they do set outside expectations for what free agents could get.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 7

Chicago Cubs: Stakes and risks in qualifying offers made to Kyle Tucker and Shota Imanaga

The Chicago Cubs are handling some of the messy financial stuff before diving into the more baseball-oriented concerns later in the offseason. Specifically, this has meant trading away Andrew Kittredge (and his $9 million option), declining the option of Justin Turner, and making the choice to hold on to Colin Rea via restructured deal.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Cubs Reportedly Bringing Back Veteran Right-Hander On Restructured Deal

The Chicago Cubs largely went with some smaller moves last offseason to put together their pitching staff for 2025, a staff that wound up doing enough to get the team to the postseason.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Cubs, Colin Rea agree to one-year extension

The Cubs have hammered out a restructured deal with right-hander Colin Rea, reports MLBTR’s Steve Adams. It’s a $6.5MM guarantee that includes a club option for the 2027 season and maxes out at $13MM over two years if that option is exercised.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 11

Where To Watch Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers (Game 5): Game Time, Pitchers, TV Channels & Stream

The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers have gone the distance in a thrilling best-of-five NLDS. After the Cubs forced Game 5 with a comeback win at Wrigley Field, the series shifts back to American Family Field in Milwaukee for a decisive matchup.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 3

3 Reasons The Cubs Will Beat The Brewers — And 3 Reasons They Won't

Following their three-game win over the San Diego Padres in the National League Wild Card Series, the Chicago Cubs have moved on to the NLDS for the first time since 2017, and a familiar opponent awaits them there.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Cubs’ fatal flaw that will doom 2025 World Series hopes

The Chicago Cubs are a really good team and a potential contender for the World Series. Still, the Cubs have struggled recently and have some flaws. The Cubs’ fatal flaw is not a particular position or player, but rather something else.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Cubs' Jameson Taillon lands on IL after short-lived return

The Cubs are placing Jameson Taillon back on the 15-day injured list, manager Craig Counsell tells reporters (including Maddie Lee of The Chicago Sun-Times).

Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 29

Milwaukee Brewers Set to Face Familiar Name on Mound for 1st Time Since Free Agency Decision

The Milwaukee Brewers continue their tense series against the Cubs Tuesday night after rallying for an 8-4 game one win. Trailing in the division by 6.5 games earlier this season, the Brew Crew reclaimed the NL Central lead with the victory.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 29

For emotional Cubs, Colin Rea bids to beat former club in matchup vs. Brewers

The emotional Chicago Cubs will turn to veteran right-hander Colin Rea on Tuesday night in a bid to even their three-game series with host Milwaukee and move back into a tie with the Brewers atop the National League Central.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 10

Colin Rea silences Twins, PCA parks pair of HRs to lead Cubs over Minnesota

Pete Crow-Armstrong crushed a pair of home runs and right-hander Colin Rae handled the rest as the Chicago Cubs beat the Minnesota Twins in an 8-1 blowout in Minneapolis on Thursday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 8

No Time to Coast: Cubs Begin Critical Road Trip in Minnesota

The Chicago Cubs gave fans a special treat with their performance on the homestand. They went 5-2 at Wrigley, beat the teams they were supposed to beat, and looked like a team ready to make a push deep into October.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 4

Pete Crow-Armstrong builds MVP case in win over Cardinals

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong illustrates MVP case in Independence Day win

In honor of America's founding fathers signing the Declaration of Independence 249 years ago on July 4, 1776, Chicago Cubs centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made his own bold declaration against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Cubs make history in July 4 win over Cardinals

MLB announces 2025 All-Star Game starting hitters

NL has advantage entering All-Star Game after MLB reveals starters

Who has the best lineup in all of MLB? All 30 ranked

The '2024 MLB rookie home run leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 16

Chicago Cubs realistic trade target may not excite, but could be the right choice

The Chicago Cubs have a fairly comfortable lead in first place right now atop the NL Central Division– 5.5 games over the Milwaukee Brewers as of this writing.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / June 15

Cubs turn to Colin Rea in series finale vs. Pirates

After relying on a powerful offense for most of the season, the Chicago Cubs hope their success on the mound continues on Sunday afternoon. Chicago will aim for a series win against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates in the final meeting of a four-game set.