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Pete Crow-Armstrong Says Extension Talks Ongoing, 'Bigger Fish to Fry Right Now' - The 2025 season saw Pete Crow-Armstrong go from being the top prospect in the Cubs’ farm system to establishing himself as an elite center fielder. Everyone wanted to watch PCA electrify the ballpark ...

Pete Crow-Armstrong is becoming a face of Chicago Sports, coming off a year in which he captivated fans across baseball.

The center fielder says extension talks with the Cubs are ongoing and added, “I want to be here for as long as they want me.”

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www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/26/p...

26.02.2026 18:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Imanaga's Increased Velocity Promising Sign for Upcoming Season - One of the biggest question marks on the Cubs’ 2026 roster is Shōta Imanaga, who is entering his third MLB season. After finishing fourth in Rookie of the Year voting after his excellent 2024 campaign...

Imanaga’s Increased Velocity Promising Sign for Upcoming Season
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/25/i...

25.02.2026 15:26 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cubs Release 2026 Promo Calendar Featuring Several Bobbleheads, Cade Horton Graphic Tee, Replica Jerseys - The Cubs released their 2026 promotional schedule on Tuesday, featuring a variety of fun giveaways for fans to enjoy throughout the year. 🗣️: PROMO CALENDAR DROP Check them out: https://t.co/xl9NjjirB...

Cubs Release 2026 Promo Calendar Featuring Several Bobbleheads, Cade Horton Graphic Tee, Replica Jerseys www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/17/c...

17.02.2026 18:41 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cade Horton in 'Really Good Place' Entering Spring Training - Cade Horton has the highest ceiling of any pitcher in the Cubs’ rotation. The 24-year-old logged 118.0 innings in 2025 with a 2.67 ERA and a 1.08 WHIP. Horton finished second in National League Rookie...

Cade Horton in ‘Really Good Place’ Entering Spring Training
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/16/c...

16.02.2026 20:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cubs Officially Sign Shelby Miller, DFA Ben Cowles - The Cubs officially announced the signing of Shelby Miller on Sunday, a deal which was originally reported on Friday. The Cubs agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Shelby Miller on a on a two-yea...

Cubs Officially Sign Shelby Miller, DFA Ben Cowles www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/15/c...

15.02.2026 20:48 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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No, Nick Castellanos Is Not Good Cubs Fit - In a not-so-shocking move on Thursday, the Phillies released outfielder Nick Castellanos. The 33-year-old is owed $20 million by the Phillies this season, which is the final year of his five-year cont...

No, it would not be wise for the Cubs to bring back old friend Nick Castellanos.

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13.02.2026 23:17 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 2 📌 0
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Cubs Reportedly Nearing Multi-Year Deal with Shelby Miller - According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Chicago Cubs are nearing a multi-year deal with Shelby Miller. Sources: Free-agent reliever Shelby Miller and the Chicago Cubs are nearing a multi-year majo...

Cubs Reportedly Nearing Multi-Year Deal with Shelby Miller www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/13/c...

13.02.2026 19:34 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Alex Bregman Ready to Mentor Pete Crow-Armstrong with 'Nerdy Approach' - Alex Bregman’s reputation precedes him as a hard-working baseball junkie. A major reason the Cubs signed him to a five-year, $175 million deal is the mentorship he can offer the team’s young core. Whi...

Alex Bregman Ready to Mentor Pete Crow-Armstrong with ‘Nerdy Approach’ www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/12/a...

12.02.2026 20:46 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Javier Assad to Play For Team Mexico in 2026 World Baseball Classic - Javier Assad is the latest Chicago Cub to announce his commitment to play in the World Baseball Classic. He will compete for Team Mexico, the same team he played for in 2023. Tenemos caballo🔥🐎 Confirm...

Javier Assad to Play For Team Mexico in 2026 World Baseball Classic
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/05/j...

05.02.2026 22:24 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Watch: MLB Network Features Alex Bregman's Club Nemesis - Alex Bregman is known as one of the hardest-working players in baseball. His work ethic is incredible, and his clubhouse presence is second to none. After Bregman signed with the Cubs, players on the ...

Watch: MLB Network Features Alex Bregman’s Club Nemesis www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/04/w...

04.02.2026 15:31 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The Cubs may not be done building their starting rotation. With pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training in just eight days, an addition could come sooner rather than later.

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www.cubsinsider.com/2026/02/03/c...

03.02.2026 20:02 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Red Sox Once Again Connected to Matt Shaw, Nico Hoerner - Rumors surrounding the Chicago Cubs have been rather quiet as of late. The team has been connected to Zac Gallen a few times, but that still feels like a stretch. If a big move is made before Spring T...

Red Sox Once Again Connected to Matt Shaw, Nico Hoerner
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/31/r...

31.01.2026 20:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Anthony Rizzo Reportedly Joining NBC as Studio Analyst - According to the Sports Business Journal, NBC is hiring Anthony Rizzo as a lead MLB analyst for the upcoming season. NBC is set to hire former MLBer Anthony Rizzo as one of its lead MLB studio analyst...

Anthony Rizzo Reportedly Joining NBC as MLB Studio Analyst www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/29/a...

29.01.2026 19:36 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 1
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Seiya Suzuki to Play For Team Japan in 2026 World Baseball Classic - Team Japan held a press conference on Monday with an update regarding its roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, as it looks to repeat as champions after defeating Team USA in 2023. The team anno...

Seiya Suzuki to Play For Team Japan in 2026 World Baseball Classic
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/26/s...

26.01.2026 06:47 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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4 Cubs Featured on MLB Network's Top 100 Players List - MLB Network released its list of the top 100 players in the sport, with the Chicago Cubs having four representatives. Our FULL #Top100RightNow entering 2026! 📝 pic.twitter.com/Zj7WmTHw7l — MLB Network...

4 Cubs Featured on MLB Network’s Top 100 Players List
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/23/4...

23.01.2026 17:20 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Mets Close to Acquiring Freddy Peralta from Brewers - The New York Mets are in serious talks to acquire Freddy Peralta, according to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated. The New York Mets are in serious talks to acquire Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Br...

Mets Close to Acquiring Freddy Peralta from Brewers www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/21/m...

22.01.2026 02:26 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cody Bellinger Signs 5-Year, $162.5M Deal with Yankees - Cody Bellinger is headed back to the Bronx, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. BREAKING: OF/1B Cody Bellinger and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a free agent contract, sources tell ESPN. — Je...

Cody Bellinger Signs 5-Year, $162.5M Deal with Yankees
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/21/c...

21.01.2026 18:42 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Daniel Palencia to Play For Team Venezuela in 2026 World Baseball Classic - Relief pitcher Daniel Palencia will pitch for Team Venezuela in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, his agency announced Tuesday. #Cubs closer Daniel Palencia will play for Team Venezuela (@TeamBeisbolVe...

Daniel Palencia to Play For Team Venezuela in 2026 World Baseball Classic www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/21/d...

21.01.2026 17:47 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Matt Shaw Prepping for Utility Role, Remains Realistic Trade Candidate - Alex Bregman joining the Cubs meant a lot for the team’s outlook in 2025 and beyond, but there are still several moving parts to figure out. For Matt Shaw, who served as the Cubs’ primary third basema...

At Cubs Convention this weekend, Matt Shaw’s positional versatility was a major talking point. That versatility makes him an intriguing trade target for other teams.

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www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/18/m...

18.01.2026 20:18 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Alex Bregman to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic - The Cubs have yet another player headed to the World Baseball Classic this spring, with Alex Bregman announcing his commitment to Team USA on Thursday morning. Welcome back, Breggy! Alex Bregman will ...

Alex Bregman to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/15/a...

15.01.2026 19:15 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cubs announce some promotions in their baseball ops department ⤵️

13.01.2026 23:23 👍 10 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
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Cubs Signing Corbin Martin to Minor League Deal - The Cubs are signing Corbin Martin to a minor league deal, according to Lance Brozdowski. #Cubs have agreed to a minor league deal with Corbin Martin, per source. Martin threw 56.2 IP between Triple-A...

Cubs Signing Corbin Martin to Minor League Deal
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/12/c...

12.01.2026 20:51 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Yankees Have Reportedly Checked in on Nico Hoerner - According to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated, the Yankees have once again checked in on Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner. Sources: Yankees reached out to the Cubs about infielder Nico Hoerner after ...

Yankees Have Reportedly Checked in on Nico Hoerner
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/11/y...

12.01.2026 01:37 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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Alex Bregman Signing Marks New Era of Cubs Baseball - The Cubs signed Alex Bregman on Saturday night, a move that was somewhat overshadowed by the Bears’ historic comeback against the Packers. Although the Cubs’ interest in Bregman has been well document...

As the Bears were preparing for one of the craziest comebacks in franchise history, Jed Hoyer secured a victory of his own. Rather than settling for a good offseason, the Cubs got even better by signing Alex Bregman to a five-year deal.

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www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/11/a...

12.01.2026 00:31 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Ryne Stanek Signs with Cardinals - Ryne Stanek has signed with the St. Louis Cardinals, according to Robert Murray of FanSided. Free-agent reliever Ryne Stanek and the St. Louis Cardinals are in agreement on a contract, according to so...

Ryne Stanek Signs with Cardinals
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/09/r...

10.01.2026 02:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cubs Still Actively Involved with Bregman, Bichette After Cabrera Trade Left Room in Budget - The Cubs trading for Edward Cabrera was the big news on Wednesday. Several teams have tried to trade for the right-hander over the last year, but the Marlins have maintained an unreasonable asking pri...

After trading for Edward Cabrera, the Cubs have room in the budget to add a big bat to their lineup. They remain involved with Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette, two of the best hitters on the free-agent market.

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www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/09/c...

09.01.2026 23:26 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Cubs, Javier Assad Avoid Arbitration with $1.8M Salary Agreement www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/09/c...

09.01.2026 16:34 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cubs, Edward Cabrera Avoid Arbitration with $4.45M Salary Agreement - The arbitration deadline is approaching, with the Cubs having three arbitration-eligible players. Justin Steele has already reached an agreement with the team, signing a one-year deal worth $6.775 mil...

Cubs, Edward Cabrera Avoid Arbitration with $4.45M Salary Agreement
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/08/c...

09.01.2026 05:12 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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BREAKING: Cubs Acquiring RHP Edward Cabrera from Marlins - The Chicago Cubs have made their big move of the offseason. Sources have confirmed with CI that the Cubs are nearing a deal with the Miami Marlins for Edward Cabrera. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation...

BREAKING: Cubs Finalizing Deal to Acquire RHP Edward Cabrera from Marlins
www.cubsinsider.com/2026/01/07/b...

07.01.2026 17:19 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

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