Cubs Are in on deGrom, Judge – Here’s Why to Believe it
Yes, the Chicago Cubs have been oddly quiet these past few weeks. Their perceived non-action is something that has angered...
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Latest news, rumors, trade, free agent, and other rumors on the Cubs.
Cubs Rumor: Connected to a Certain New York Outfielder
Black Friday is bringing new Chicago Cubs rumors to the forefront! Jon Heyman posted a new Cubs rumor connecting the...
Cubs Free Agency Shortstop Pursuit Might Be In Jeopardy
We should know by now that the Chicago Cubs are looking to add one of the big-four shortstops this offseason....
Cubs Are Expected to Engage in Extensions for Ian Happ and Nico Hoerner
Well look at that! The Chicago Cubs do know they can negotiate with their current stars for potential extensions! According...
Gordo: Correa will be a Cub + a National Insider Agrees
We all already know that the Chicago Cubs will be a big player in free agency this winter. With rumors...
Rumors: Cubs are Talking to the Rays About Pitching
This is supposed to be an off-season which can change the dynamic of the Chicago Cubs roster. With a nice...
My Experience as a Cubs Season Ticket Holder
Last February I wrote about my decision to become a Chicago Cubs season ticket holder. It wasn't an easy decision...
2022 Chicago Cubs, Maybe I’m Optimistic
I never put a label on my Chicago Cubs fandom before, but back in 2009, Michael J. Fox visited Wrigley...
I Got Cubs Season Tickets, My Story
This is really a love story, a boy meets a girl, boy falls in love with a girl, and boy...
Reason for Optimism: Labor Talks Progressed for Once
Every day I scroll through several Twitter posts saying how much someone misses baseball. While there isn't a real threat...
HOF Hopes of Bonds, Clemens, Schilling, and Sosa
Tomorrow we all find out who will and who will not be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame....
Few Weeks Removed, Cubs did the Right Thing
When you watch the Milwaukee Brewers put a 12 spot up in the first inning over two games, it doesn't...
Fun Cubs, Yanks Success, Bryant Extension Offer
To appease those in the reader base that still want to hear about the Chicago Cubs, they seem kinda exciting....
Deichmann Era Starts – Today
The outfielder the Chicago Cubs got for Andrew Chafin, Greg Deichmann, will realize his dream today. In Greg Deichmann's Instagram...
Realist Taking Over for Bandwagon, Fansplaining Just Isn’t Welcomed
There's a new trend in Chicago Cubs social circles, a trend which seemingly rips the knowledge of one fan to...
Jed Isn’t Exactly Being Forthright With You
I was helping my sister-in-law move from her apartment in Milwaukee to a place in Madison. So as I sit...
Check on your Cubs Fans Friends Tonight, They Aren’t Doing Well
There is a balance in sport. When you are a fan of a team, emotions will always enter the equation....
REPORT: Kris Bryant has Been Traded to the Giants
The Anthony Rizzo trade hurt, like to the core, it hurt. Whether you understand what is going on or not,...
Javier Baez has been traded to the Mets
Superstar shortstop Javier Baez has been traded to the New York Mets, per Mark Feinsand. The Mets have a deal...
Nevermind the Last One, Craig Kimbrel to the White Sox (Sources tell ESPN)
So I just wrote a piece about Craig Kimbrel possibly going to the Los Angeles Dodgers. You can tear that...
Kimbrel Potentially to Dodgers!? Luxury Tax Be Damned
Nothing is set just yet, but Bruce Levine just tweeted that the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers are discussing...
Anthony Rizzo: It’s a Tribute
In 2012, Chicago Cubs fans thought they understood that the organization would go through a rebuild. Sure, we get it....
Heyman: Cubs and Mets Discussing Bryant and Davies Trade
The New York Mets have been connected to Kris Bryant since the start of the 2021 season. There has been...
REPORT: Anthony Rizzo Traded to the New York Yankees
According to Jack Curry of the YES Network, the Chicago Cubs have just traded Anthony Rizzo to the New York...
Cubs Move Tepera to Sox
The Chicago Cubs might not have Anthony Rizzo or Kris Bryant in the lineup this afternoon, but the man on...
Cubs Lineup – Heart Just Sank… #ExtendTheCore
The good news, Javier Baez is penciled in, batting fourth and at shortstop. The bad news... both Kris Bryant and...
Dodgers Have Inquired about Multiple Cubs
We know there will be several moves before Friday's 3:00 PM deadline. With rumors of Anthony Rizzo rumors in Boston,...
VIDEO: Kris Byant FULL Interview Discussing Trade Rumors, Dealing with Rumors, Dismissing Dumb Questions
Watching Chicago Cubs All Star, Kris Bryant address the trade rumors was depressing to watch. Here's a dude that has...
Even if Traded, Bryant Would Absolutely Come Back – But IS he Being Dealt!?
With rumors floating around a lot of Chicago Cubs players, it has seemed like a forgone conclusion that Kris Bryant...
Rizzo to the Red Sox Becoming More Real Every Minute
Look, I don't like it either. The Boston Red Sox have the worst production in baseball from their first basemen,...
Source: Chafin Trade Nearing Completion
According to Mark Feinsand, MLB Network Insider, the Chicago Cubs are nearing a deal sending Andrew Chafin, somewhere. https://twitter.com/Feinsand/status/1419834729982046211?s=20 Ken...
Baez’s Heart Will Always be in Chicago While One Rumor Looms
We already touched on a persistent rumor with Chicago Cubs first baseman, Anthony Rizzo. There's also some rumors out there...
Rizzo Talk Heating Up?
This will be a very unpopular move, but it sounds like the most noise around any Chicago Cubs position player...
You Can Be Upset If A Player is Traded
During the MLB All Star Game I have been tweeting quite a bit. A fellow blogger, and coverer of all...
Has Rizzo Played Himself Out of a Qualifying Offer?
This seems like a weird statement, but as we look towards the next three or more months, it might be...
The Best Lefty in the Draft: Cubs Land Jordan Wicks
The 2021 MLB Draft is filled with talent. Like, teams with comp picks were able to land ridiculous talent. So...
The New Plan, How the Cubs Will Navigate the Next few Weeks
Ok, the Kool-Aid has been put down and it's time, gulp, to finally face the reality of what this Chicago...
No Way Cubs Will Acquire Scherzer?
It shouldn't be a secret, the Chicago Cubs need an ace. Probably the most notable name that could be available...
So… What’s the Deal with Ian Happ?
The Chicago Cubs have outperformed expectations in 2021. A team that was destined for a third or fourth place finish,...
Cubs Finances Won’t be an Issue at the Deadline, but What about Baez, Rizzo, and Bryant?
This is a question that many have been wondering about, "what about the core?" We learned that, as long as...
Finances Be Damned, the Cubs Will Buy
There has been some confusing talk from the Chicago Cubs over the past week or so. First, Jed Hoyer was...
Watch: Rizzo – Wisdom B2B
So far the Chicago Cubs game against the New York Mets has been a snoozefest for Cubs fans, that was...
Kimbrel is Better than Ever
I really hate (love) when I am right about something regarding baseball and especially the Chicago Cubs. As soon as...
F@#$ It! The Cubs are a Contender
Maybe I am still punch drunk from the Chicago Cubs sweeping the St. Louis Cardinals. Maybe I'm still riding the...
Cubs Improved May, Capacity Increases, Changing their Expectations
This year was supposed to be about change for the Chicago Cubs. A change from supporting the current core and...
Morosi Now Suggests Cubs Trades Not as Imminent as they Were Last Week
When will people just stop and actually listen to the things I'm saying? Like, seriously? I'm not going to get...
Cubs, Fourth Most Valuable Franchise in Baseball, 22nd in the World
But, MLB franchises have losses of, “of biblical proportions.” At least that is what Tom Ricketts wants you to believe....
MLB The Show Made a Rizzo Reliever Card!!!
So, I'm just sitting around minding my own business scrolling around Reddit. I come across the MLB The Show 21's...
What it Will Take to Sign Kris Bryant Before Free Agency
Kris Bryant is on pace to have the best season of his career. He's pacing to beat his career marks...
It’s Kris Bryant Revenge SZN
I've been called a Kris Bryant fan boy far more times than I can count. Thing is, I have never...
It’s Not Traditional, But Happ Working Atop the Order
There are a lot of things that aren't working in the Chicago Cubs offense. But I'm not here for that...
Just Like That, Nico is Back
Today the Chicago Cubs made two moves. The first, they placed Joc Pederson on the 10-day IL with left wrist...
Small Change to Kickstart Baez
Not sure if you've noticed this, but Javier Baez is striking out at an alarming rate. When David Ross was...
Javier Baez Declined a MASSIVE Extension Offer
A lot has been said about the Chicago Cubs and their inability to get their core players to sign long-term...
Rizzo Feels He Gave the Cubs Ample Time for Extension
How do you treat the first real acquisition your franchise made that turned things around? The guy that came out...
Baez the Vaccine Advocate Reveals Cubs and Agents Still Talking Extension
MLB players are beginning to get their COVID vaccines, and not only is it a smart idea, the more players...
Cubs and RISP
Over the past several seasons there has been concern on the Chicago Cubs ability to consistently score with runners in...
What to Expect, Cubs 2021
We are finally here, Opening Day Eve. I just finished watch the Son Ranto Show, they had a panel of...
Three Cubs that Will Impress You in 2021
Ok, ok, ok... enough with the sky is falling, the Chicago Cubs aren't re-signing a single player negativity. There's a...
We Now know what the Cubs Offered Rizzo
We've all been slowly coming to the realization that it's likely the Chicago Cubs will enter the 2022 season without...
Cubs Low Balled Rizzo, Likely Not Offering Baez or Bryant
News is starting to get out that the Chicago Cubs and Anthony Rizzo have progressed to the point of an...
MLB Dot Com Suggests Baez Could be on the Trade Block
The Chicago Cubs have a problem. They're in a weird transitional period where their window is nearing a closure. They...
Reason for Kris Bryant’s 2020 Issues Revealed – Fractured Wrist
He's not tough!? Yeah, you have no idea how tough Kris Bryant is. In a recent conversation with NBC Sports,...
Some believe a Rizzo Extension is nearing
The Chicago Cubs have had quite the last six months. It started with them getting bounced out of the playoffs...
MLB Announces Experimental Rules in 2021
Like what? A baseball square instead of a diamond? No, silly. Actual rules. MLB has announced that MiLB will play...
So Here’s How You Can Buy Cubs Tickets
Earlier Monday morning we broke news about fans being allowed into Wrigley Field and Guaranteed Rate Field for Opening Day....
BREAKING: THIS IS NOT A TEST, WRIGLEY WILL BE OPEN FOR FANS ON OPENING DAY!
UPDATE: Mayor Lightfoot has made the official announcement, the Cubs and Sox will be allowed 20% capacity on Opening Day....
Cubs Strop: When Low-Risk become Higher
The Chicago Cubs brought Pedro Strop back to the team on a no-risk, minor league deal. The thought, he has...
Video: KB Rippin Packs
On the Topps Instagram page, they often are very entertaining. From guest players to showing how artwork is done, it's...
Cubs Add Utility Infielder/Second Baseman
The Chicago Cubs had been rumored to have some interest in former Milwaukee Brewers infielder, Eric Sogard. Today they have...
Jon Lester Has Thyroid Scare, Will Have it Removed
Jon Lester was a legend before he took the mound in the 2004 World Series. He was a legend before...
Marquee Updates, What to Expect for the 2021 Season
"Believe me, you won't be booing about that in a year. You guys won't be booing about the Marquee Network in one year,” Tom Ricketts audaciously told thousands...
Core Competition, Hoyer Excited for Player Extensions, Hope Springs Eternal (Seriously)
We've been talking about the idea that the Chicago Cubs will sit down with their core players during spring training...
JakeOzlay: Creating the Next Cubs Ace
When the Chicago Cubs signed Jake Arrieta there was some mixed reactions. Some were happy in that nostalgic way and...
Chicago, Sport, and the Impact of COVID-19
Chicago is sports bonkers and just one of a handful of cities to have teams in all four of the...
Baez Thinking of Giving an Ultimatum to the Cubs
Javier Baez put a lot out to the Chicago media the last few days. He spoke about potential extensions, free...
More Optimism than Ever for a Bryant Extension
On Tuesday, Chicago Cubs president, Jed Hoyer explained that he expected to discuss extensions with all the team's core players...
Cubs Walking a Very Dangerous Line
It's pretty clear the path the Chicago Cubs are taking. Or, at least it should be at this point. As...
Cubs and Arrieta Reunion is Happening
There is a report out there that is confirming that the Chicago Cubs and free agent pitcher Jake Arrieta are...
Why the Cubs Were Smart to Not Invest in Pitching
Starting pitching, or pitching as a whole has been a big void for the Chicago Cubs over the past three...
Report: Cubs Will Add at Least One More Pitcher, Here’s Who
Soon after the Chicago Cubs signed Trevor Williams, ESPN's Jesse Rogers reported that they would sign one more pitcher. https://twitter.com/JesseRogersESPN/status/1355640706208051203?s=19...
Cubs Add Pitching – Like You’ve Asked
The Chicago Cubs have reached a deal with former Pittsburgh Pirate, Trevor Williams, according to multiple sources. Oh, by the...
The Real Arenado Effect
Ok, I joked around with some last night about Nolan Arenado and how the St. Louis Cardinals got robbed. I...
The Cubs Sign a Significant Free Agent!? Welcome Joc!
So I betcha didn't see this one coming!? The Chicago Cubs and free agent outfielder Joc Pederson have come to...
Cubs Find Three in Top 100
Earlier today we discussed Keith Law's Top 100 Prospects, and it was there where I discussed the idea that teams...
Keith Law’s Top 100: Cubs? White Sox? Hmm…?
Major League Baseball organizations in the 2020's (or over the past 10 years) have been going after one of two...
Cubs Farewell Video to Lester a Tear-Jerker
Jon Lester is officially a Washington National. I have always been a Lester fan. Now, I don't mean calling out...
Cubs Have Spent 40% of ALL NL Central Free Agent Dollars This Off-Season
I'm not even sure if I stated that correctly in the title. But, of all the dollars the National League...
Duquette: Cubs Have Told Bryant He is NOT Being Traded
If you have read anything I have posted in the last couple of months, I have been very consistent in...
We Have Cracked the New Cubs Plan
So, when Theo Epstein came in, everything was transparent. I don't mean that he emailed every Cubs season ticket holder...
Surprise! Doing What You LOVE, Can Suck Sometimes
I love talking about sports. While sometimes I battle with how others talk sports (my family was very passionate and...
No, Mr. Rogers, It Was Wrong
Admittedly, I have not read the Jesse Rogers article on Kris Bryant and the interview on Red Line Radio -...
Two 2020 Cubs Starters Signed Elsewhere Tonight, We’re Here For You
The Jon Lester era is over in Chicago. Lester, who many saw as the strike to the rest of baseball...
The Cubs Fans Have a David Bote Problem
In 2018, Chicago Cubs fans were raving about David Bote, and it came after his Ultimate Slam against the Washington...
Cubs Prove Fans Wrong and Spend $46.5 Million in ONE DAY
Salacious you say! Yeah, I'm sorry. Please forgive me. But the completely expected news for today is that the Chicago...
Breaking: Theo to Join Commissioner’s Office
Breaking News: Former Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations, Theo Epstein is set to join the MLB Commissioner's Office as...
Trade Discussions Heating up Again
Right now, there isn't anything imminent, but it sounds like some discussions that gained momentum this weekend has started to...
Cubs Amaya is Tearing the Crap Outta the Ball in Winter League: Team in Championship
Whenever there is a Willson Contreras trade rumor, it is because the organization has a ton of depth at the...
Worth a Flier, Admit it… The Cubs Need Pitching
The Chicago Cubs lost Jon Lester, Jose Quintana, and Tyler Chatwood to free agency this winter. All three were penciled...
ESPN Suggests Contreras Trade
Chicago Cubs fans avoided a trade of a core player this past weekend. While many speculated that the team was...
Cubs Are About to Add a Top 5 Prospect
Remember back in 2013 or 2014 when we were getting excited about all the prospects the Chicago Cubs had in...
Someone ‘With Knowledge’ in Bryant’s Camp Claims No Trade is Imminent
So this is going to be a whirlwind sorta day... First, we had the news about Kyle Schwarber signing in...
Baseball Insider Suggests Kris Bryant Trade Likely
UPDATE: We have since learned that Kris Bryant is unlikely to be traded. Here is the update: https://chicagostylesports.com/someone-with-knowledge-in-bryants-camp-claims-no-trade-is-imminent/ I put...
Kyle Schwarber Signs 8-Figure Deal
This is breaking now, former Chicago Cubs left fielder, and all around good dude, Kyle Schwarber has signed a one-year...
Bears Trading FOR a Franchise Player While the Cubs Look to TRADE One?
New York Mets acquired Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco from the Cleveland (baseball team?). This is a move that completely...
How Baez Can be the ‘Comeback Player of the Year’ in 2021
The 2020 season was one to throw away for a lot of MLB stars. One of those stars was the...
Hottovy, Seven or Eight Man Rotation?
MLB teams will certainly need to get creative with their pitching staff in 2021, and it might tick some traditionalists...
Boog Sciambi New Cubs Play-by-Play Man
Losing Len Kasper was a huge blow to the team. There are some in the fanbase that didn't like Kasper,...
Jed Talk: Darvish, Contreras, GM Search
(The first part of the article is a running synopsis of the conversation) Jed Hoyer spoke to the press on...
Umm, F Our Lives… Willson Contreras Now in Trade Rumors
Ugh... I'm wrong... again... I really hadn't been wrong much when it came to Chicago Cubs baseball over the past...
Well Mr. Ricketts, You Got Your Wish, Now it’s Time to Spend or Sell
*This is going to be irrational, but I had to get it off my chest. Thanks! The Chicago Cubs are...
Deal DONE: Darvish and Caratini to the Padres
Late Monday, the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs reached a deal to send RHP Yu Darvish and C Victor...
Darvish to the Padres Likely Complete
Things are progressing very quickly and the San Diego Padres aren't messing around. Two weeks ago I was laughed off...
Source: Cubs and Padres in DEEP Talks for a Darvish Trade
I believe most though the rumors surrounding a potential trade of Yu Darvish to the San Diego Padres were squashed...
Phenomenal Interview with Scott Boras, Discusses Potential Bryant Extension
We often slap negative comments on Scott Boras, but here's the facts - he's the best there is in the...
Yu Darvish to the Padres – Hottest Deal Right Now
At the end of 2018, there were many Chicago Cubs fans (by many, I would suggest 80% or more) that...
Cubs Focusing on the Frosting and Not the Cake
The other day Scott Boras addressed all things baseball through the lens of how it can assist him. As per...
Is Yu Darvish More Likely to be Traded? A Cubs Insider Believes it to be True
I have seen reports that the Chicago Cubs are floating around the idea of trading Yu Darvish. These started back...
Boras: Bryant will have the chance to hit the market after 2021
Last week we mentioned that the Chicago Cubs and Kris Bryant might not be headed towards a separation this winter....
Cubs Apparently ‘HAVE’ Interest in a Free Agent Bat!?
As of today, like right this moment, the Chicago Cubs have only one true outfielder on their roster - Jason...
Boras: Cubs have ‘Great’ Plans for Kris Bryant
At the risk of becoming even more of a Kris Bryant blogsite, I do have some interesting comments from his...
Hoyer: Trading Bryant is Not Fait Accompli
This offseason it has appeared that a few absolutes would happen. One, the Cubs will absolutely cut payroll, with a...
Cubs News; Rule 5, Darvish News, Bryant Talk, What Did the Contreras Tweet Mean?
There hasn't been a ton of actual news out in Cub land until Thursday's Rule 5 draft. But the Cubs...
Shots Fired: Kasper Declares Anderson Better than Baez
This shouldn't be a surprise, cause, well... It's the truth. I know you'll hate me for it, but Tim Anderson...
What’s Next? Trading Baez
Since the non-tender of Kyle Schwarber, that came as a surprise but really shouldn't have, fans have been clamouring about...
BREAKING: Len Kasper to Leave the Cubs Booth
I can't sugar coat this, this hurts. As Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic is reporting, Len Kasper is leaving the...
Cubs Tender Contracts to Five Players, Agree to Terms With Three More, Sign Red Sox Arm
Today was/is a whirlwind, but it is coming to a close. While the next few days will likely be a...
Cubs Officially Tender a Contract to Kris Bryant
Non-tendering Kris Freaking Bryant was a dumb rumor, but it was a rumor nonetheless. Today we learn for sure that...
Rumor: Cubs are Non-Tendering Kyle Schwarber
Just confirmed by Jesse Rogers. https://twitter.com/JesseRogersESPN/status/1334296926221635585?s=19 Take this with a grain of salt - like a huge grain of salt...
Cubs Non-Tender, New Wood Bat League, Bryant Trade? Let’s Talk
I've been away much of November and I hope to have a ton of content for December. I am also...
Ricketts Signalling to Reduce Payroll Reason for Theo’s Departure?
Ok, let's not ignore the COVID-19 effect that will cause most MLB teams to reduce payroll in 2021. That is...
BREAKING: Theo Epstein Has Stepped Down as President of Baseball Operations
There has been a lot of speculation, starting back in October with David Kaplan's report that Theo Epstein will step...
Source: Bryant Trade Rumors, Atlanta and Others In the Mix
I don't often get inside information, but on occasion, it has happened. Today I have learned that there have been...
Cubs Actually Considering Declining Rizzo’s Option!?
What in the actual what!? By Sunday evening, the Chicago Cubs will need to make a decision on picking up...
We Haven’t Appreciated them Enough
I sit and watch "Chicago sports fans" spew awfully hateful stuff on current players all the time on Facebook or...
MLB Debt Reaches $8.3 Billion Debt as Free Agency Looms
The 2020 season has been incredibly tough on everyone. Even if you have remained in your job/role for the entire...
Even After Grievance, Bryant Could Find Himself as a Free Agent this Winter
Baseball finances have forever been a bit of a guessing game. Forbes does a nice job of providing estimates, but...
Cubs 2021 Second Baseman? Nico is the Favorite, But a Dark Horse Option Exists
The 2021 Chicago Cubs have the opportunity to look a lot different than they have over the past five seasons....
Changes with Marquee Network Putting Viewers in the Dark – Again?
There were a lot of Chicago Cubs fans skeptical of Marquee Sports Network. They were expressing concerns about paying for...
Cubs Cut 100+ Jobs in 2020, There Are No Right Answers
According to The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney, the Chicago Cubs laid off more than 100 people in the...
Former Cubs Pitcher Kyle Farnsworth Got SWOLL
Do you remember former Chicago Cubs pitcher, Kyle Farnsworth? I'm sure you remember that moment he speared Cincinnati Reds pitcher,...
MLBTR Releases Estimated Cubs Salary Arbitration Increases
Annually, MLB Trade Rumors releases arbitration salaries for any arb-eligible player. While these are estimates, their algorithm is the most...
VIDEO: Today in Cubs History: Montero’s Grand Slam
Happy 4th-anniversary Miguel-Slam. The 2016 Chicago Cubs postseason was absolute magic. During Game One of the NLCS, Miguel Montero was...
Hurdles that Kept the Cubs from Extension Agreements
Over the past three offseasons, there has been a ton of talks surrounding extensions to the Chicago Cubs core. The...
Marquee Network Reaches Deal with Chicago Bears
Since the Chicago Cubs were eliminated fans have questioned what Marquee Network will broadcast. Many thought there would be rebroadcasting...
Olney: Cubs Offered Bryant an Extension, Source Denies this Ever Happened
Back in 2018, David Kaplan falsely reported that a contract extension worth "north of $200 million," was rejected by Kris...
Biggest Reason Cubs Won’t Sign Bauer, LeMehieu, or Springer – It has NOTHING to do with Money
While the 2020 season didn't go as well as any Chicago Cubs fan would have hoped. But, if you remove...
Qualifying Offer – Too Risky for the Cubs, Free Agents
MLB teams with players leaving in free agency (as long as some criteria are met) can be rewarded with draft...
Grading Theo, His Future, Growing Faction Want Him Out Now
Thankfully, or unthankfully (not a word...), all the Chicago Cubs talk has been about Theo Epstein and his future. Because...
Future of the Cubs Core
There are many of you that want to hear someone in the media or writing a blog to absolutely ripping...
2020 is a Wrap, Three Targets for 2021 That WILL Put the Cubs Over the Top
The MLB Playoffs will continue on without a team from Chicago or an NL Central team. If you were to...
Kaplan: No Extension for Theo Epstein, Planning to Leave
So, this shouldn't be a surprise for many. When Theo Epstein arrived in Chicago it was on the heels of...
Cubs 2021 Plan: Keeping the Boyz Together
If you're reading this, it means Chicago Cubs baseball is officially done for the season. Now the attention and focus...
MUST WIN!!! Cubs Game 2 Lineup – Some Changes Could Bring Bigger Changes
Welp Cubs fans, we're here. Some of you have been predicting an early exit for the Chicago Cubs for some...
Cubs NL WC Series Roster and Game 1 Lineup – Couple Surprises
So, the Chicago Cubs are BACK in the playoffs. They are set to play the Miami Marlins at 1:00 PM...
Schwarber Shares Emotional Tribute to Jon Lester
Sorry for all the Jon Lester content today, but I think he will be talked about quite a bit in...
2020 Jon Lester – Wasn’t as Bad as You Think
Jon Lester finished the 2020 season on a bad note. Not able to finish four innings while pitching on the...
Stars Aligning, Hendricks to Start Game 1
The official word just came out, it looks like Kyle Hendricks will start game one of the NL Wild Card...
Cubs: Three GREAT Things to Come Out of This Weekend
It has seemed like there wasn't anything to celebrate for weeks when it came to Chicago Cubs baseball. The team...
Cubs NL Central Champs, Bryant Doesn’t Give a Sh– About your Criticizim, Lester’s Last Start? Ever?
The Chicago Cubs dropped their Saturday evening tilt with the Chicago White Sox, but still clinched the National League Central...
Klutch Bryant Shutting Haters Up
Admittedly, I've been very pro Kris Bryant. I don't apologize for it and I feel I explained the reasoning pretty...
Kris Bryant Setting Records Straight
I've stopped biting my tongue over the past couple of days. Sure, opinions are one thing, but this is long...
HERE COMES THE HEAT!!! Cubs Expected to Add HUGE Velocity to 40-Man
There had been some expectation that the Chicago Cubs would add hard throwing lefty, Brailyn Marquez to the roster at...
A Positive Offensive Stat the Cubs Lead In, But It Still Hurts
The Chicago Cubs are not a very good offensive team in 2020. End of story, right? Well... yeah... kinda. But...
This Player is Perfectly Comparable to Bryant, KB and Boras Should Emulate In Deal
There's a great deal of worry among Chicago Cubs fans when it comes to Kris Bryant. There's a third of...
BREAKING: Cubs Land Piece to Replace Almora – Possible Lead-Off Hitter?
While I am unsure if this is the exact way the Chicago Cubs will use Cameron Maybin, but it makes...
BREAKING: Cubs Land Yet ANOTHER Lefty Reliever
The Chicago Cubs completed their third deal before the trade deadline, landing yet another left-handed relief pitcher - according to...
BREAKING: Cubs Land Lefty Reliever
According to Jon Heyman and verified by Jeff Passan, the Chicago Cubs have landed lefty reliever, Andrew Chafin from the...
Cubs Trade Deadline Moves
The Chicago Cubs made a deal with the Tampa Bay Rays to acquire a DH/1B/OF bat in Jose Martinez. Now,...
Must Watch: Ross Speaking to What Heyward is Going Through
I personally cannot imagine what Chicago Cubs right fielder, Jason Heyward is going through and neither can Cubs manager, David...
If You’re Upset Over Players Boycotting or Sitting Out – YOU’RE the Reason They Need To
No one takes to change easily. Believe me, I am in sales and the hardest part about selling isn't getting...
Could a Certain Former Cub and Current Cincinnati Red Make His Way Back to Chicago?
The Cincinnati Reds were supposed to be the team to beat in the National League Central. They had all the...
Just Stop It – Bryant and Bote Debating is Dumb
I haven't written anything in a while. This is because I am working, have been helping the kids stay active...
File Under Neat Idea: Cubs Charities on Gameday
If you've ever visited a Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field, you have certainly seen the 50/50 raffles for Cubs...
Developing: Cubs Present Chicago with Plan for ‘Up to 7,000 Fans’
Opening Day is upon us! Happy Opening Day! I love this day, I think I love it more in the...
DEAL IS DONE – Marquee and Comcast Complete Months Long Negotiations
As I've been reporting over the past couple days, the Marquee Sports Network and Comcast deal is complete. https://twitter.com/JesseRogersESPN/status/1286628642517405696?s=19 Marquee...
Cubs Set Opening Day 30-Man Roster – Some Pretty Big Surprises
A day before the opening of the 2020 season, the Chicago Cubs have officially announced their 30-man roster. With this...
Sources and Industry Buzz Suggests Comcast and Marquee Deal is Done
As I wrote yesterday, Marquee Sports Network will be on Xfinity starting Friday. Today we are starting to see multiple...
Cubs Starting Five Announced, Stat Showing Kris Bryant is Greatest 3B in Baseball
This is going to be short and sweet. The Cubs announced their starting rotation, sans Jose Quintana who cut his...
Marquee and Comcast Deal Likely, Could Be As Early As Today
There has been growing suspicion of a Marquee Sports Network and Comcast deal for months. Many assumed the Comcast deal...
Cubs Expected to Land Phenom Dubbed ‘Baby A-Rod’
The Chicago Cubs minor league system has been slowly regaining steam. They now boast multiple left-handed pitchers that can reach...
Bryant Very Candid Yet Again on The Compound, it’s “Absurd” to Think He’s Unhappy in Chicago
The narrative shouldn't even be there any longer, but many are out there nearly guaranteeing that Kris Bryant will not...
How to Get Marquee Network
There have been a thousand articles from us and every other blog and website that covers the Chicago Cubs or...
The Cubs WON the Quintana, Eloy/Cease Deal – Here’s Why
I have seen a lot of folks bringing up the trade between the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox from...
Bryant “Worried” Issues in Testing, Season Might Not Go as Planned
I think Kris Bryant is echoing what most, intelligent people are thinking - this season might not happen. As MLB...
Cubs Lefty Cut Thumb and Had Surgery Thursday Morning
Well, this isn't ideal news. This past Saturday, while washing dishes, Chicago Cubs lefty, Jose Quintana lacerated his left thumb....
Source: City of Chicago WILL Allow Rooftop Ticket Sales
According to Josh Frydman of WGN, you will be able to buy a rooftop ticket to see a Chicago Cubs...
Yu Darvish Creates New Coronavirus Pitch
Many of us have taken on new projects during our pandemic quarantine. Some have painted the nursery, maybe you finished...
Just Like That, Pitchers Will Never Hit Again
If the reports are true, and the return to play in the MLB will include the DH for both leagues,...
MLB/MLBPA Negotiations, Why Reduced Regular Season and Expanded Playoffs is a Hangup
A lot of the issues between the MLB owners and the MLBPA has fallen on deaf ears throughout the past...
Cubs New Infrastructure Allowed them to Draft HUGE Lefty Arms
Let's face the facts, drafting pitchers is a dangerous game to play. This is why, while I like moves the...
Bailing Out the Owners
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Cubs Road Games Might Sound Different if Baseball is Played in 2020
Bruce Levine is reporting that all MLB broadcasters have been told they will broadcast all road games from a "home...
Ricketts: 70% From Gameday Revenues, But is that True?
Recently Tom Ricketts said the Chicago Cubs earn 70% of their revenue through game day. Things like ticket sales, concessions,...
Marquee and Comcast “Likely” to Get Done
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Trevor Bauer Perfectly Explains the Player’s Issue with their Salary Issues
There is a lot of bickering on the internet these days about things that Blake Snell said, and how guys...
The Cubs DH Spot Isn’t as Easy as You Think
However you feel about the designated hitter in baseball, it seems that the National League will adopt it (if only...
Sorry Baseball Owners, You Don’t Get it Both Ways
With baseball attempting a return, there are still some kinks that need to be ironed out. We've seen the proposals,...
Quietly, Marquee Network Launches on Spectrum
I'm not sure when it actually began, but Spectrum subscribers in the Kenosha, WI. area now have access to Marquee...
Cubs, MLB to Begin Play in July!?
Sorry for the lead-in, but this is a Chicago Cubs centric page and 90% of the readers are also Cubs...
Longest Wrigley Home Run EVER!
Do you remember the longest home run hit in Wrigley Field? There have certainly been a lot of memorable homers...
COVID-19 Service Time Manipulation
Back in the 2015 season, the Chicago Cubs held Kris Bryant back in the minor leagues for two weeks, which...
VIDEO: Dr Fauci Suggests how an MLB Season CAN Happen
Good Morning America's Peter Hamby interviews Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease,...
Go #AllIn with Anthony Rizzo
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Sosa Claims Dusty Gave Him Permission to Leave Game Early
The fall of Samuel Kelvin Peralta Sosa was just as fast as his rise. Sammy Sosa was a relative no...
Mlb to Start Playing in May – Not That Easy
Late yesterday we learned that there is a plan in place to start playing Major League Baseball games in May....
#RealNews MLB Considering a 100-Game Season
So, I've had my fun today with a couple April Fools jokes. Most of you (around 95%) took them as...
Cubs and Javy Baez Agree to MASSIVE Contract Extension
While there is no baseball, the Chicago Cubs front office is BUSY! The report that just released from Jeff Passan...
MLB and MLBPA Agree on Return of Baseball Guidelines
While there are no set dates yet, at least there are terms on when the National Pastime will return. According...
UPDATE: MLB to Suspend Operations on the Heels of the Coronavirus
I knew this would happen as soon as I wrote it, but Major League Baseball will be suspending operations until...
Strong Belief that MLB Will Suspend Spring Training, Perhaps as Soon as Today
MLB has a conference call scheduled soon, but the belief is that baseball will choose to suspend Spring Training starting...
Yu to Get Opening Day and Can Guess Your Blood Type
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Marquee and YouTube TV Less Likely, Comcast Deal Not Close
I dislike this news. I am an Xfinity customer that will be left in the dark once the start of...
Dumb Cardinals Fan Attempts Trolling Astros, Forgets One Huge Issue
Imagine being a St. Louis Cardinals fan and thinking they can give the Houston Astros a hard time for an...
Yelich and the Brewers Helped the Cubs
This time last year Colorado Rockies star third baseman, Nolan Arenado signed an eight-year $255 million extension. That deal put...
The Inside Edge on the Cubs Fifth Starter
The biggest questions going into Chicago Cubs Spring Training is what cable providers will Marquee be on, the next... who...
How Can You Not Love Him!? Bryant Steps Up – Offers to be the Lead-Off Man
The Chicago Cubs have lacked consistency from the lead-off position since Dexter Fowler left. That isn't a secret. It's also...
Comcast/Xfinity – Not Likely to Pick Up Marquee Before Spring Training Games, Ricketts Optimistic They Will Before the Start of the Season
On Monday we learned that Marquee Sports Network struck a deal with Hulu+ Live TV. If you are considering the...
Marquee Lands Hulu
The new Chicago Cubs network, Marquee Sports, has taken some criticism (rightfully so) for failing to secure cable providers. Today,...
Bryant: “The only person’s opinion that matters here is mine.” Wants to be a Cub, No Hard Feelings, Sign this Man NOW
Saturday morning, Chicago Cubs third baseman destroyed all the rumors, all the fears, all the narratives in a 35-minute press...
Colorado Source: The Cubs Absolutely ARE Trying to Acquire Nolan Arenado
We have heard the rumors for about a month now, somehow the club that is trying to reduce payroll is...
If PECOTA Has Their Way, the Cubs are Playoff Bound
I've been toying with the idea of writing how I don't think the Chicago Cubs are as bad as a...
MLB Network’s The Shredder Gets Third Base COMPLETELY Wrong! Bryant Left Off!?
Each year, MLB Network covers the top 10 players at each position and has several of their personalities rank them....
Marquee Sports is Coming Feb 22nd – Will YOU Have It? Confirm Here
Most of us remember getting home from school around 3:30 and turning on Channel 9 to catch the end of...
Theo Prepping Cubs Fans for Roster Turnover, “That’s Just the Reality.”
"The moment this CBA came out, we knew '20 and '21 were going to be times people would be scratching...
Kris Bryant Talks Astros, They’re Worse than Steroids Also Cubs future
Kris Bryant was among 20-something major leaguers that came out to Las Vegas stadium to take batting practice and workout...
Cubs Announce Guns N Roses, Doesn’t go as Expected
One of the most iconic rock bands over the past 35 years, Guns N Roses will play Wrigley Field on...
More Evidence that Kris Bryant is Just as Good as Ever
There has been a lot of fans that have complained about the performance of Kris Bryant. While, sure, he hasn't...
Cubs Can Compete in 2020, But These Things HAVE to Happen
I've had this discussion before, but when a general manager believes in his guy, then they should be allowed to...
Rumor: Cubs and Braves in Advanced Talks for a Bryant Trade
I have tossed and turned about even writing this, but I figured I'd put it out there. Hell, maybe I'll...
Source: There is NO Mandate to Get Under the Luxury Tax
We have been hearing all offseason that the Chicago Cubs ownership wanted to get under the luxury tax threshold. The...
Source: Cubs Not Offering Fair Market Deals to Current Stars
I have been talking about this on this page for some time now. I don't believe the Chicago Cubs have...
Bryant’s Grievance is Over, That Means He’ll Be Traded, Right? Well Actually…
Before Kris Bryant could lift his head from his hands in disbelief of his grievance results, ESPN's Jeff Passan mentions...
SOURCE: Kris Bryant has LOST his Grievance
In the tale that seemed to never want an end, the Chicago Cubs third baseman, Kris Bryant has lost his...
Reds Emerge as Frontrunner for Castellanos
After an offseason which has been mostly slow for rightfielder Nicholas Castellanos, the Cincinnati Reds have emerged as frontrunners for...
Cubs ‘Fat and Happy’ No Longer, Expect the Whip to be Cracked
Once the Chicago Cubs officially parted ways with manager Joe Maddon, many fans called for a manager that would whip...
Pedro Strop Deciding Between Four Teams, Return to the Cubs Possible
Regardless of personal feelings on Pedro Strop, he has been the Chicago Cubs best relief pitcher since Bruce Sutter. In...
New Cubs Rumor, Ellsbury to Play CF?
If Jacoby Ellsbury plays a single game in 2020, it will be more than he has played in the past...
Castellanos Bat Pic Surfaces on Twitter, Signal a Return to Cubs?
I don't like to get into these too often because one, the original post might be a fabrication. Two, the...
Ian Happ Expected to get 500 At Bats
It's the moments before the Cubs Convention, which means the Cubs executives are coming out of hibernation. When speaking with...
Hoyer: “We Are Not Going to be Able to Keep This Group Together Forever”
As thousands of Cubs fans fill the Sheraton Chicago in hopes to hear about the upcoming Chicago Cubs season, GM...
Mr. Ricketts, Deflection Isn’t a Good Look
Tuesday, May 10th, 2011. That was the day Tom Ricketts completely won me over. Earlier that day I checked out...
Rizzo: Baseball Business ‘Cut Throat’ Naive to Think He’ll Spend Career as a Cub
I don't want to hype this, but I don't want to undercut what he's saying either. As Chicago Cubs players...
Cubs Spend $42.65 Million in Today, Sign ALL Arb Eligible Players
I feel there's a lot of fans that don't know what today's payroll news really means. But, for all intents...
Baez and the Cubs Agree, Avoid Arbitration
The Chicago Cubs and Javier Baez have agreed to terms, avoiding arbitration. His deal is a reported $10 million he...
New Universal DH Suggestion that doesn’t Suck
So, I don't like the DH. Maybe it was because my dad was a staunch Chicago Cubs fan and would...
Cubs and Kris Bryant Agree to Terms
This is just step one of what can be a weird couple of weeks for the Chicago Cubs generational talent....
New Defensive Statcast Stat, OAA Suggests Bryant is Better than Rizzo
We used to look at defense as whomever had the most errors was the worst defender and the least amount...
Wait, the Cubs Interested in Trading for Arenado is Serious? Passan Suggests Names
Ok, I really don't think this is a possibility. Especially with the constraints on the club financially. But with a...
Louder for those in the back: Bryant WANTS to Remain a Cub Forever
This shouldn’t be news to anyone. Literally, this has been said multiple times over the course of multiple seasons -...
Two Funky Cubs Pitchers Owned Some of the Best Pitches of the Decade
Sorry, the title doesn't exactly roll off the tongue and I have been in a rush seemingly since the middle...
Cubs Rotation Outlook, Darvish Has to be Great
It doesn't look like much will happen with the Chicago Cubs between now and the end of the year. With...
Cubs and Nick Castellanos Report, Let’s Not Get Too Excited
There is a report floating around that comes from Mike Murphy of ESPN 1000. Within the report, Murphy, who I...
Jed Hoyer Discusses Rizzo Extension: “Candidly, We were pretty far apart”
I had written earlier that Marc Pollack, Anthony Rizzo's agent, told Jesse Rogers of ESPN that the Cubs would not...
Rizzo’s Agent: Cubs Will NOT Offer Rizzo an Extension this Offseason
The Chicago Cubs have six players that will be free agents after the 2021 season (if Kris Bryant wins his...
Braves Likely OUT of Bryant Talks
The Chicago Cubs trading Kris Bryant rumors aren't going to stop anytime soon, much to my personal chagrin. Ok, there...
Boras Putting Out Bryant Rumors
Scott Boras spoke with 100-some-odd media members in San Diego, where baseball's Winter Meetings are being held. During the talks,...
Theo Speaks on Bryant Grievance, Not Likely Ground-Breaking
The Chicago Cubs seem hellbent on trading their best player this offseason, but there’s one major hurdle - his grievance....
Ben Zobrist Still Unsure about 2020
You have to understand that going back to play a game, regardless of the money, is a very difficult decision...
Trading Bryant Will Doom the Cubs
I'm sorry if there's too much Kris Bryant content on the site, but it is for good reason. It's because...
Rogers: Cubs WILL Send Bryant to the Braves – Rizzo Also Named
A host of ESPN writers talked about potential moves to happen during the Winter Meetings in San Diego this week....
Levine: Cubs to Land Keuchel During Winter Meetings?
This is a change-up! For weeks we’ve discussed how the Chicago Cubs need to shed salary and trade players in...
Cubs Passing on Castellanos Could be Good
The Chicago Cubs haven't officially moved on from anyone, even though there is a 12UP article out there suggesting they...
Cubs Offseason Non-Option: Trading Jason Heyward
There are already sources coming out to say that the Chicago Cubs need to shed current payroll for them to...
What’s the Deal Xfinity? No Marquee Deal Yet
When you scroll over to Marquee Sports Network's website, Get Marquee Sports Network they proudly advertise how many days, hours,...
ESPN Suggests Crazy Three-Team Deal for Cubs Stars
Yesterday ESPN's Jeff Passan reported that the Chicago Cubs are "aggressive" and "manic" in their attempts of trading one of...
Cole Hamels has Officially Signed
ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that lefty free agent pitcher, Cole Hamels has signed a one-year deal for $18 million in...
Better Roster, Cubs or Sox Where Will Castellanos Land
I have been seeing a lot of this intriguing talk on which Chicago team has the better roster. Just eight...
Passan: Cubs “Aggressive” and “Manic” Will Trade One of Contreras, Bryant, and… ah… Rizzo!?
We have all assumed that the Chicago Cubs will make a move sooner or later. This thought had been bandied...
The Bay Area’s Trash Might be the Cubs Treasure
There have been quite a few interesting moves around baseball today, one of which was the Chicago Cubs non-tendering Addison...
Source: Addison Russell has been Non-tendered
Per Gordon Wittenmyer, the Chicago Cubs have non-tendered infielder Addison Russell. https://twitter.com/gdubcub/status/1201649043891511297?s=21 Russell will now become a free agent, able...
Cubs Beginning of Decade and End of Decade Opening Day Lineup
With all the pictures going around showing the transformations from the beginning of the decade (2010) and the end of...
Cubs to Non-Tender?
Today (Monday, Dec 2nd) is the deadline to tender a contract to any arbitration-eligible players. While there are a ton...
Up to 70% OFF Cubs, Bears, Blackhawks, White Sox, and Bulls Gear
Start your holiday shopping NOW!!! Our ad partner, Fanatics, is running an INSANE Black Friday offer, giving you UP TO...
Baez’s New Contract, Don’t get too Excited Just Yet
There has been a lot of rumors that the Chicago Cubs and their star shortstop, Javier Baez are going to...
Buckle Up! Hot Stove is Warming and Contreras Will Be Popular
One of the hardest positions to find a long-term solution at is catcher. Perhaps the most defensive centric position in...
Officially Free Agents
The time to present a Qualifying Offer to any potential free agents has come and gone and the Chicago Cubs...
Why David Ross is the Cubs Manager, Regardless of His Inexperience
Hiring an inexperienced guy to lead the Chicago Cubs to their expected next title is a very daunting task. I...
BREAKING: Joe Girardi is Hired in Philly
Former Chicago Cubs catcher, Florida Marlins and New York Yankees manager, is a manager again. Per Todd Zolecki, Philadelphia Phillies...
Yu Waited Nearly TWO Years to Roast Justin Verlander
I love it when athletes show us that it’s ok to have fun on social media. After all, isn’t that...
HOLY CRAP! MLB Might Alter Rules, Making Kris Bryant a Free Agent After the 2020 Season!
UMM... WTF! That's what I suppose anyone would be thinking right about now. The Chicago Cubs should have control of...
BREAKING: David Ross to Become the Cubs Next Manager
This might be the most anti-climatic news to some, and the most devastating news to others. But, the Chicago Cubs...
Steve Stone Suggested a Strange Concept, Could the Cubs be the First to Deploy it?
While the Chicago Cubs have been irrelevant with regard to baseball for a month now. But, they’ve been very relevant...
Report: Can Mookie to the Cubs Happen
Finally! It’s a break from the constant manager-talk that’s flooded Chicago Style Sports and virtually every account that covers the...
Managerial Musical Chairs – Girardi Likely to be the Phillies Manager
While the more recent news in Chicago seems to point that former Chicago Cubs catcher, Joe Girardi was not a...
Is the Cubs Hiring David Ross the Right Thing to do?
So, I have admittedly been on David Ross to become the next Chicago Cubs manager like white on rice. But,...
Video Gamers, Javy Baez has Some Cool News
While MLB The Show has always given some sort of suspense around who their cover athlete was going to be,...
What Joe Espada’s Second Interview Means
This morning it was revealed that Houston Astros’ bench coach Joe Espada was flying to Chicago for a second interview...
Industry Source, It’s Ross’s Job to Lose
It seems that as every day passes, we gain more clarity on who will get the Chicago Cubs managerial job....
Theo, Was it All Just Talk?
On September 30th, Theo Epstein sat in front of Chicago’s media for 1:21 and told us all that they were...
Source: Cubs Down to Two Favorites
The Chicago Cubs ushered in six prospective and very qualified options to take over for Joe Maddon over the past...
Girardi Stepping Down, Signals an Impending Hire?
Former Chicago Cubs catcher, and Peoria native, Joe Girardi has stepped down as head coach for Team USA. Could this...
Joe Maddon Nearing Contract – He’s Going Home
There’s something to be said about going back to where it all started. That’s exactly what former Chicago Cubs manager,...
Another Potential Manager Turns Down the Cubs
I was rather surprised when Carlos Beltran turned down the opportunity to interview for the Chicago Cubs open managerial seat....
A Cubs Catcher Wins a Gold Glove Award
Just a few minutes ago, Minor League Baseball released the 2019 Gold Glove award winners. Within that group, Chicago Cubs...
Joe Is Interviewing with the Cubs Today. Another Name Added to List.
Another day, another interview. The Chicago Cubs are pounding these things out. Sunday night we learned that Carlos Beltran was...
Girardi to be Shutout?
A lot of Chicago Cubs fans had been pulling for former Cubs catcher, Joe Girardi to be hired by the...
Ross, Theo, and Jed just Picking Up Starbucks. Absolutely Nothing to See Here
David Ross met with Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer today to discuss the manager's position. This was a much shorter...
Editorial: Cubs Will NOT Shop Kris Bryant this Offseason
I’m out here calling bluffs. During Theo Epstein’s 1:21 minute press conference to end the 2019 Chicago Cubs season, he...
Cubs Player, “Put Your Money on Rossy.”
So... this could be embarrassing for Joe Girardi. Yesterday Girardi had an eight-hour interview with Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer....
WOW Girardi Had a Marathon 8-Hour Interview
So... I suppose I didn't account for this with some of my recent posts on David Ross and his chances...
Loretta; Structure, Mandatory Team Activities, Professionalism, Execution
Chicago Cubs bench coach, and a candidate to become the next manager, Mark Loretta was on 670 The Score's Inside...
Theo Epstein May have Created the Next Cubs Manager 11 Years Ago
It is sometimes crazy to see how circular Theo Epstein's career has been, especially with regard to the Chicago Cubs....
Signability of Kris Bryant
Kris Bryant will play a huge part in the next Chicago Cubs championship, either because he's a major piece of...
Cubs Offseason Calendar of Events
Since Theo Epstein is promising quite an eventful offseason, I figured it would make a ton of sense to provide...
Insider: We Have Some Names to Interview for Cubs Job
You knew Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer we’re going to move quickly. During Monday’s press conference, Theo mentioned that they...
Cubs Turned Down by Pitching Guru, Kyle Boddy
So, if anyone is familiar with Driveline, which has quickly become infamous for training pitchers, the owner/president of Driveline apparently...
Did Theo Hint at the End of Almora in Chicago?
I have spent the greater part of the past two years defending reasons why Albert Almora wasn't receiving more playing...
Theo Opened the Box, if Baez or Bryant Are Non-signable, They Could Look to Trade Them
Gulp. I'm just going to allow you to see it from Theo Epstein's mouth here (er... via quotes)... “I look...
Is this 1998? Cubs Interested in Raul Ibanez
Hold onto your seats! I've been called an idiot, been criticized for clickbait, told I'm too much of a know-it-all....
Cubs Could Hire an Inexperienced Ex-Cub – Not Named Ross
I’ve been on the whole David Ross as the next Chicago Cubs manager for a while. Reason being - he’s...
Joe Maddon Possible Landing Spots
Now that the Chicago Cubs are officially in the post-Joe Maddon era, and we have discussed potential replacements here, it...
David Ross, “My Heart is Drawn to that Dugout”
With the Chicago Cubs offseason officially starting, and the team having one of the most attractive jobs open, there will...
VIDEO: Theo Talking about Moving on From Joe
This is a difficult day for a lot of Chicago Cubs fans. I think it is a difficult day for...
Cubs to Part Ways with Manager Joe Maddon
After taking the club to the promised land, for the first time in 108 years, to a disappointing 2018 where...
The Next Cubs Manager will be One of These Two
After the 2016 season, I wouldn't have imagined that I would be writing this. Heck, even after the 2017 season...
Maddon to Learn his Future Tonight
The Chicago Cubs skipper will learn his future tonight. As reported from several sources, Joe Maddon will meet with Jed...
Joe Maddon Gives Middle Finger to the Brewers
The Chicago Cubs are out of the playoff picture, and with several guys ailing, manager Joe Maddon is going with,...
Maddon Suggests Chemistry to Blame
While watching Chicago Cubs games over the past couple seasons, I haven't gotten the sense that the roster was fun....
Four Things that Decided the Cubs Season
Without reading, I’m sure there will be a lot of folks pointing to these as reasoning; injuries, not spending in...
Lester Makes His Pitch for Maddon
It isn’t a secret, there will likely be a divorce at the end of the 2019 Chicago Cubs season. This...
Potential Player to Bring Back, and You Might Not Like It
In the 2017/18 offseason, the Chicago Cubs made a decent value signing for possibly the best relief arm on the...
Theo Ditching Chicago for Boston? Boston Reporter Says he Was in Town
Before we jump any guns here, Theo Epstein is from Boston, but nonetheless, this rumor could have legs. https://twitter.com/omfonweei/status/1176595732738035714?s=21 There...
Javier Baez Still Not Ready – Might Not Start the Rest of Season
Not only was the Chicago Cubs play not very good over the past couple weeks (or... months), but over the...
Your Trade Kris Bryant Opinion is Very Flawed
Look, I understand the idea, a little. You’re afraid of Kris Bryant leaving the Chicago Cubs and the organization being...
Next Cubs Manager Already on the Bench?
As I hinted at in an earlier post, Jon Heyman believes that there is someone already connected with the Cubs...
Cubs Unlikely to Sign Castellanos
Back in July, when the Cubs traded for Nicholas Castellanos, it came with mixed emotions. Throughout Castellanos's career, he mostly...
Scott Boras Livid Over Kris Bryant Injury
If you missed the game on Sunday, during the third inning Kris Bryant injured his ankle trying to beat out...
Heads will Roll, the 2020 Cubs will be Much Different
From the early lips of Fangraphs to today, the 2019 Chicago Cubs are a complete disappointment. At the start of...
Hamels Donated $9 Million Home
Whether he’s tossing a shutout or getting tagged for a five run inning, no one questions how good of a...
Hold Up: Hoerner Might NOT be able to be Called Up
Rules. All these friggin rules... As we reported earlier, citing Paul Sullivan, the Chicago Cubs want to call-up the 2018...
Nico Hoerner is Coming Up!?!?
Yesterday afternoon when Addison Russell was hit in the head with a 93-MPH fastball, my brother sent a message asking...
Willson Contreras to Return Tomorrow
The Chicago Cubs All Star catcher, Willson Contreras is to return to action - tomorrow. https://twitter.com/wcontreras40/status/1167242856932790274?s=21 Great news! Even watching...
Report: Cubs Likely to Re-Up Baez
So I was pretty harsh on ESPN's Jeff Passan report in regards to the Kris Bryant news. But a potential...
Its that Time of Year Again – Stupid Kris Bryant Trade Rumors
It seems that every year around this time, there's some rival team executive that suggests that the Chicago Cubs will...
LOL! Yu Was So Dominant He Created New Pitches
What alternate universe do we live in!? Yu Darvish is the ace of the Chicago Cubs staff right now, and...
Cubs Need a Philosophical Change
“Launch angle is not a fad.” Theo Epstein enthusiastically proclaimed in the midst of a tirade of very honest descriptions...
MUST SEE VIDEO: Castellanos is Willing the Cubs to the Playoffs
This is just insane. The only thing I can relate the impact Nicholas Castellanos is having on the Chicago Cubs...
Is This the End of the Road for Morrow?
If only. It seems that those two words can be used when talking about thousands of ballplayers. If only Corey...
Robo-Umps ARE Coming, Manfred Nearly Guaranteed It
Through all the fun of watching big leaguer's playing with kids over the course of the Little League Classic, there...
Could the Little League Classic Change the Cubs
Anthony Rizzo had some extremely strong words when pressed about the team’s hunger. "When I hear that, I throw that out...
Cubs Using Hot Bats to Get Closer to Playoffs
The Chicago Cubs have spent much of this season in a battle for postseason positioning, thanks to a hotly contested...
Cubs 2020 Schedule Released! Opening vs Brewers and Theo’s Friends Come to Town
The 2020 MLB schedules have been released and there are some very interesting quirks to the Chicago Cubs schedule. Like,...
Thom Brennaman Crying – I’m Here for That
The Cincinnati Reds had a 3-1 lead going into the seventh. Luis Castillo dazzled Chicago Cubs hitters and out-pitched struggling...
Heyman: Cubs Pickup Former All Star Catcher
Since Willson Contreras went down with a grade-2 hamstring injury, the Chicago Cubs have been connected to Jonathan Lucroy. According...
Could the Cubs Have their Next Pitching Phenom in the Minors!?
The Chicago Cubs have done a good job of creating offensive players. Whether they are in Chicago still or playing...
Cubs Player’s Weekend Nicknames! And those Jersey’s, Ahhh…?
Umm... how about those player’s weekend jerseys... They look like a failed 1990’s Starter design that you’d only find in...
VIDEO: Dirty Miles Mikolas Grabbing Bote’s Arm
How much of a dirt bag is Miles Mikolas? Running to first on a fielder’s choice, he reaches down and...
What You Need to Know About New Cubs, Castellanos and Kemp
It was seconds away from a bloodbath in Chicago media and throughout Cubs fan pages. Early in the day the...
Cubs LANDED HIM
Whether the Cubs work out a deal in the next couple minutes or not, the Chicago Cubs and the Detroit...
Rumors: Available Bats that WILL Help the Cubs
The most reasonable name that has been rumored as a Chicago Cubs trade target was Toronto Blue Jays infielder, Eric...
Hey Joe, You Have Your Leadoff Hitter on the Roster Already
Ok, I love the dynamic the Robel Garcia brings to the lineup - he’s just not a leadoff hitter! I...
Strop on the Move, to the IL
To back up a lot of people’s suspicion, Pedro Strop is headed to the Injured List. https://twitter.com/thekapman/status/1156263560835735552?s=21 Strop has not...
CONFIRMED: Cubs Land a Toronto Reliever
As reported by Jesse Rogers, the Chicago Cubs have landed reliever David Phelps for Thomas Hatch. https://twitter.com/espnchicubs/status/1156270010194640900?s=21 In 17 games...
Report: Cubs Among “Most Aggressive” in Adding Relief
The Chicago Cubs are among some of the most aggressive teams looking for relief pitchers, according to one insider. Based...
Site Suggests – Cubs are the Team to Bet on in the NL Central
The Chicago Cubs have played some, well... interesting ball throughout the first three and a half months of the baseball...
Bryant Proving Naysayers Wrong – He IS a Clutch Player
You've seen the comments throughout your social screens. Kris Bryant is a horrible *clutch* player. I get it as when...
Could be on the Way Out
I know that right now Chicago Cubs fans are pitching in for train tickets to Iowa for Daniel Descalso and...
Actually an Honest and Open Grading the Cubs First Half
The Chicago Cubs finished the first half of the 2019 baseball season in first place in the National League Central....
Keys to a Successful Cubs Second Half
It has been an interesting season for the Chicago Cubs thus far, with the team showing flashes of one of...
Big Kimbrel Update!
This Chicago Cubs team, while good, has a couple warts. One is depth. The Cubs bench is short with Daniel...
VIDEO: The Sandberg Game 35 Years Later
In perhaps the most iconic “arrivals” in sports, Chicago Cubs phenom, Ryne Sandberg hit two, game tying homers late in...
Almora Troubles Track Back to Houston
Everyone at one point or another has rode the play Albert Almora fan bus. His dazzling defense and progression on...
Cubs becoming a Favorite for Kimbrel?
Last week was the first time the Chicago Cubs were linked to free agent pitcher, Craig Kimbrel. Even with nearly...
Cubs Add Veteran Lefty Bat
Recently released outfielder, Carlos Gonzalez has found a new home in the friendly confines. Well, it is a minor league...
Cubs Jake Ovation, Pure Class
As we tend to do in sports, when a popular player returns after leaving town, you salute him. It doesn’t...
Chicago Cubs Clicking into Gear in National League
.@DavidHaugh: Joe Maddon's methods have helped the Cubs rebound into 1st place. Isn't it time to look at giving him...
Doolittle Mad at Maddon
In the ninth inning of the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals game, Cubs manager Joe Maddon began to question the...
Zobrist’s Absence Due to Divorce, Court Records Indicate
I have been gone for some time, so much personal life stuff has pulled me in 1,000 different directions. All...
MLB Central AWESOME Breakdown of Anthony Rizzo
When Chicago Cubs first baseman, Anthony Rizzo is right, there aren’t many swings today that are smoother. You may hear...
El Mago Mic’d Up??? I’m All In! “Same Guy”
Wait, was that Javier Baez or Domingo Ayala in the Cubs YouTube video? If you’ve seen them, the Cubs are...
RECAP: Almora Prevents The Shutout
Big Jon made his first start since coming off the Injured List. Because he hadn't pitched in over two weeks...
RECAP: Quality Start Streak Ends, Winning Streak Does Not
What a thrill ride that game was! A come-from-behind W! A 6th that featured not one but two 3-run bombs!...
Bryant is About to Bust Out
Javier Baez hit a hanging breaking ball over the fence for a three-run shot. Jason Heyward did the same a...
Pedro Strop’s Crazy Night, Car Stolen, Car Chase, Cops, and a Save
Umm... your night likely wasn't as interesting as Chicago Cubs reliever Pedro Strop. Turns out, before the game on Wednesday...
Recap: Off Day Sparks Offense
With a day game Sunday followed by an off day followed by a night game, it sure felt like when...
The Cubs Test Begins
In 20 games the Chicago Cubs have a mirrored effort. What I mean is, in the first 10, the Cubs...
RECAP: Chatwood Shines in Starter Debut
Happy Easter! We here at CSS hope you had a great day that was made even better by flying the...
FLY THE W!
We'll have the recap out for you shortly, but til then, let enjoy this magnificent walk off single by, who...
RECAP: Cubs fall back under .500
There's no nice way to put it. This one was a clunker. It was another shut out at Wrigley, only...
RECAP: Back to .500!
Since starting the season with a 2-7 road trip, the Cubs have gone 7-2, putting their record at 9-9. Over...
Recap: Game 16, Cubs at Marlins
The Cubs will take the field tonight looking for their first sweep of the season. To get to this point,...
RECAP: Fly The Double Yu
Yu Darvish made his third start of the season last night. If you weren't able to watch the first two...
Recap: Fly It!
The L.A. Angels of Anaheim came into town today, making it former Cub Tommy LaStella's first time being back since...
Recap: Quintana Shines in Cubs First Series Win
The Cubs got their first series win tonight after beating the Pirates 2-0. While it seems lately the story is...
Recap: Cubs Fall To Pirates
The Cubs played the Pirates for their second game at Wrigley of the season tonight and, as usual for April...
Recap-Game 2, Cubs Fall to Rangers Late
Oof. Late inning losses are just the worst, arent they? Especially when the game was so exciting and fun right...
