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One of the secrets of the 2025 Cubs success was above average production from just about every position on the diamond. That includes catcher, where Carson Kelly, Miguel Amaya and Reese McGuire combined to put up 4.2 fWAR last season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 22

Cubs 40-man roster drops to 30 after 2 non-tenders

The Chicago Cubs made two moves impacting their 40-man roster ahead of Friday’s tender deadline. Of the four arbitration-eligible players, Justin Steele, Javier Assad, Reese McGuire, and Eli Morgan, only McGuire and Morgan were affected.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Cubs part ways with an infamous player

The Chicago Cubs have officially dropped a notorious name. Chicago announced on Friday that they have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire, making him a free agent.

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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 / November 20

Don’t Be Surprised If The Cubs Non-Tender These Players

There are a lot of moves being made during the offseason by every organization, but especially the Chicago Cubs. With another deadline rapidly approaching, management will have to make some big decisions regarding the 2026 roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 21

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Javier Assad, Michael Busch, Reese McGuire

Cub Tracks would like to see Nico Hoerner do a Billy Buck — circa 1980. On the last at-bat, finest kind. The redoubtable Javier Assad, a man of many hats and many injuries, took the hill in Skyline Chili Land against Cincinnati hurler Zack Littell.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 24

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Cade Horton, Kyle Tucker, Reese McGuire star.

The #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes brings you today’s installment of Cub Tracks. Javier Assad is back on the Iowa Express. He’ll be back.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 24

MLB roundup: Cubs get 10 RBIs from Kyle Tucker, Reese McGuire, beat Angels

Kyle Tucker went 3-for-5 with two home runs, a double and five RBIs, and Reese McGuire hit a grand slam and also drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs cruised to a 12-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night in Anaheim, Calif.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 24

Kyle Tucker, Reese McGuire combine for 10 RBIs as Cubs rout Angels

Kyle Tucker went 3-for-5 with two home runs and a double and five RBIs and Reese McGuire hit a grand slam and drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs cruised

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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 / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Cubs to place catcher back on IL after just returning

Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya had to be carted off the field during tonight’s matchup with the Blue Jays. He hurt his left ankle running to first base in the eighth inning.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4

Cubs’ Reese McGuire drops 3-word take on 10th-inning win

When the bats do not have a worthwhile response to superb pitching, it is time to get creative. The Cleveland Guardians (40-45) tried to do just that on Thursday night against the Chicago Cubs (52-35), utilizing their patented brand of small ball, known as Guards Ball.

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Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Reese McGuire got ejected for arguing call he got completely wrong

Reese McGuire got ejected for arguing a call during his Chicago Cubs’ game against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, and it turns out he was wrong about the call.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 27

Cubs Star Catcher Will Be Sidelined for Next Few Weeks After MRI Results

In the midst of an outstanding offensive season, the Chicago Cubs were dealt a blow to their lineup with the injury of catcher Miguel Amaya, who suffered a left oblique strain during the Cubs' series against the Cincinnati Reds.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 26

Reese McGuire joins elite company with 2 HR Cubs debut

The Chicago Cubs are the fourth MLB team that Reese McGuire has played for in his career. However, the 30 year old will remember his Cubs debut the most as a two home run game not only etched his name into the franchise’s record books, but the team had a massive come from behind victory as well.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Sudden illness shakes up Chicago Cubs’ Sunday lineup

The Chicago Cubs have run into some troubles at catcher during their weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. On Sunday, the Cubs sent Miguel Amaya to the 10-day injured list as he deals with an oblique injury that caused him to exit in the fifth inning of Saturday night’s 6-4 loss to the Reds.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 25

Cubs’ IL move sets up intriguing roster decision

The Chicago Cubs have placed catcher Miguel Amaya on the injured list due to an oblique injury, the team announced Sunday. Catcher Reese McGuire was promoted to the big league club in a corresponding move.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

Blue Jays to extend Alejandro Kirk

The Blue Jays and catcher Alejandro Kirk are in agreement on a five-year extension worth $58MM, according to a report from Robert Murray of FanSided. The deal includes a signing bonus and no club options according to Murray.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 23

Cubs sign infamous free-agent hitter

The Chicago Cubs are adding a player with a certain degree of notoriety. Aram Leighton of Just Baseball reported on Wednesday that the Cubs are signing catcher Reese McGuire in free agency.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 22

Ex-Red Sox Starter Reportedly Signs With Cubs On Minor League Deal

A former Boston Red Sox starting catcher will have to work his way back to the major leagues in Spring Training this season. The Red Sox acquired Reese McGuire in a 2022 trade that sent relief pitcher Jake Diekman to the Chicago White Sox.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 2, 2024

Red Sox Veteran Elects Free Agency Ending Three-Year Stint

The 2024 Major League Baseball regular season is over. The playoffs are here, but the Boston Red Sox are on the outside looking in. Over the next few weeks, contenders will compete for spots in the World Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23, 2024

Red Sox catcher to make history vs. Blue Jays

Red Sox catcher to make history by playing for two teams in one game

When the Boston Red Sox and Toronto Blue Jays resume their suspended game on Monday, catcher Danny Jansen is going to make the type of history that seems almost impossible to make.

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 11, 2024

Red Sox Reportedly Sign Veteran Catcher To One-Year Deal, Avoiding Arbitration

The Boston Red Sox reportedly are avoiding arbitration with one of their veterans. Boston has a handful of players who were arbitration-eligible this offseason