While this is undoubtedly an asset for Chicago, it could also cause some drawbacks when it comes to luring free agents, which Cubs GM Carter Hawkins conveyed through quotes that were included in a December 14 article from Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune.

Plus notes on Jaxon Wiggins, a pitcher who could help Chicago in 2026 if he can make the same kind of leap Cade Horton did in 2025.

Building the bullpen is expected to be an endeavor that tests the Chicago Cubs’ ability to find relievers through different avenues, given how many arms they need.

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 t

A 2025 playoff berth for the Cubs was fueled by the ascendance of three players – first baseman Michael Busch, outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and rookie starting pitcher Cade Horton. Busch and Crow-Armstrong,

He called the Cubs’ normal route a “volume approach.” It involves taking fliers on pitchers on smaller deals, relying on the pitching infrastructure to get the most out of them, accepting that some won’t pan out, and gathering enough depth to pivot when necessary.

Matt Shaw’s upcoming appearance at Turning Point USA’s America Fest sparked renewed criticism after his decision to attend Charlie Kirk’s funeral.

There has been some criticism from Chicago Cubs fans lately about the team's lack of offseason action, particularly regarding big-name signings. Since the star

His fastball was clocked at 100 mph, and the Chicago Cubs made him a high draft pick, but this southpaw’s baseball journey may be at an end.

Working with Dan Kantrovitz, who is vice president of scouting and the research and development department, Zombro is trying to refine the draft model to identify high-end pitching talent better. Currently, the system sorely lacks impactful arms beyond top prospect Jaxon Wiggins.

The A's are trying to add another experienced pitcher to their rotation of Luis Severino, Jeffrey Springs, Jacob Lopez, and Luis Morales. They have plenty of young arms who will be competing for that spot with Morales, like Jack Perkins, J.T. Ginn, and Gunnar Hoglund. Not to mention, the highly touted arms in the farm system that have yet to debut.