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Japanese Slugger Munetaka Murakami Signing 2-Year Deal with White Sox -

Munetaka Murakami signed a two-year, $34 million deal with the White Sox after his projected market collapsed due to defensive and strikeout concerns.
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Trading for Rotation Help Makes Most Sense for Cubs -

The Cubs prioritize upgrading their starting rotation via free agency or trade, targeting arms like Tatsuya Imai while avoiding long opt-out contract structures.
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If Cubs Want To Get Better, Rotation Must Get Younger -

Cubs rely on elite pitching and defense but must inject youth into their aging rotation to contend beyond the division.
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Trading Nico Hoerner Isn't Likely, Though Cubs Could Move Him if Extension Doesn't Happen -

Nico Hoerner is an elite defensive, high-contact second baseman with strong on-base skills and baserunning, making him a valuable, desirable trade asset.
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Orioles Trading for Shane Baz -

Baltimore acquired Shane Baz from Tampa Bay, trading top prospects and a draft pick while banking on his high-velocity arsenal despite control and injury concerns.
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2 days ago

The Rundown: Padres Keep Padre-ing with King Deal, Austin Adds Little to Bottom Line, D-Backs Could Be Legit Bregman Suitors -

Midwest weather swings, Bears stadium relocation debates, limited concert ticket availability, and the Cubs' cautious reliever pursuit define local frustrations and sports-market uncertainty.
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2 days ago

The Rundown Lite: Giants Eyeing Hoerner, Murakami Renaissance Growing, Trade Market Sluggish -

MLB offseason features intermittent big signings, an active relief market, lingering top free agents like Alex Bregman, and reported trade interest in Nico Hoerner.
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Cubs Sign Tyler Austin to Major League Deal -

Tyler Austin signed a one-year major-league deal with the Chicago Cubs after five strong NPB seasons, earning $1.25 million plus incentives.
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4 days ago

The Rundown Lite: Cubs Working Around Clock, Diamondbacks Dig Bregman, Flurry of Reclamation Moves Elsewhere -

Cubs re-signed Caleb Thielbar and now pair extreme lefty arm angles with Hoby Milner, creating matchup variation while pursuing one more high-leverage reliever.
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3 days ago

Brad Keller Signs 2-Year, $22M Deal with Phillies -

The Cubs declined to approach a $22 million, two-year offer for Brad Keller and continue to prioritize controlled spending while addressing rotation and bullpen needs.
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4 days ago

Cubs Bringing Back LHP Caleb Thielbar -

As first reported by ESPN's Jesse Rogers, the Cubs have re-signed lefty reliever Caleb Thielbar. The southpaw pitched well over 58 innings across 67 appearances, posting a 2.64 ERA and striking out four times as many batters as he walked. Thielbar also did a very good job of keeping the ball in the park, surrendering only five home runs all season.
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The Rundown: Changing Batteries, Conflicting Bregman Reports, Christmas Movie Rankings -

Player acquisitions hinge on complex mix of financial, personal, and organizational preferences, with behind-the-scenes complications often resembling intricate mechanical puzzles.
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The Rundown: More Broken Promises from Marquee, Airbender to Queens, Alcantara Should Be Moved, Cubs Lose Another MiLB Coach -

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The Rundown: More Broken Promises from Marquee, Airbender to Queens, Alcantara Should Be Moved, Cubs Lose Another MiLB Coach -

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5 days ago

The Rundown: Cubs Reportedly Not Among King Finalists, Imai Deadline Nearing, PCA Bears Down, Giants Like Bellinger -

Holiday timing and a pair of high-end starting-pitcher decisions could trigger early-January domino trades amid an otherwise sluggish market.
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Cubs Elevate Tyler Zombro To VP Role

After rebuffing an interview attempt from the Nationals, the Cubs have promoted Tyler Zombro to vice president of pitching, reports Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. After just one year in the front office, Zombro will now take on an expanded role in scouting, coaching, and player development. Zombro joined the organization last season as a special assistant to president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. He'd previously worked with Tread Athletics, a well-regarded training facility.
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Bullpen Market Heating Up, Cubs Likely to Get Involved -

The MLB bullpen market is heating up as teams sign established relievers, highlighted by Tyler Rogers' three-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays.
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Sunday Rundown: Driving Through Snow, Zombro Promoted to Pitching VP, Kelly Re-Joins D-backs -

A winter snowstorm disrupted a prospect trip to Olivet Nazarene University, illustrating how sudden obstacles mirror the unpredictable paths of baseball players.
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Cubs Could Inquire About Padres Relievers, Including Mason Miller -

A.J. Preller aggressively trades prospects, and the Padres may move elite reliever Mason Miller while seeking controllable starting pitching.
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Report Says Cubs Could Target Murakami if Bregman Talks Stall, Despite Okamoto Looking Like Better Fit -

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Report Says Cubs Could Target Murakami if Bregman Talks Stall, Despite Okamoto Looking Like Better Fit -

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Royals Sign Kevin Newman, Jose Cuas To Minor League Deals

The Royals signed infielder Kevin Newman and reliever Cuas to minor-league contracts; Newman received a non-roster Spring Training invite.
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2025 Winter Meetings Recap: Cubs Lay Offseason Groundwork, Bregman Still a Strong Possibility, Tony Vitello Interview -

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2025 Winter Meetings Recap: Cubs Lay Offseason Groundwork, Bregman Still a Strong Possibility, Tony Vitello Interview -

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The Rundown: Winter Meetings End with Yawn, Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest, Suarez Joins Braves, Cubs Sign Milner -

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Watch: AJ Pierzynski Laughs at Sahadev Sharma Saying Cubs Doing Better Job Engaging Top Players -

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The Rundown: Winter Meetings End with Yawn, Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest, Suarez Joins Braves, Cubs Sign Milner -

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Watch: AJ Pierzynski Laughs at Sahadev Sharma Saying Cubs Doing Better Job Engaging Top Players -

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Long Work Stoppage in 2027 May Not Be as Imminent as You Think -

The Dodgers prioritize winning over finances, signing Edwin Díaz to fix their bullpen, risking labor tensions but unlikely to cause a major baseball work stoppage.
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Report: Cubs Met with Alonso at Winter Meetings -

Pete Alonso met with the Chicago Cubs at the Winter Meetings before signing a five-year, $155 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles.
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Counsell Confirms Steele Will Be Unavailable for Opening Day -

Justin Steele will not be ready for Opening Day and is expected to return sometime during the first half of the 2026 season.
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The Rundown: Steele's Timeline Clarified Slightly, Counsell Wants Better Bullpen, Hoyer Seeking 'Multiple Guys That Can Make Starts' -

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1 month ago
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The Rundown: Imanaga's QO Decision, Buxton Could Waive NTC, Skenes Reportedly Wants Yankees Trade -

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The Rundown: Steele's Timeline Clarified Slightly, Counsell Wants Better Bullpen, Hoyer Seeking 'Multiple Guys That Can Make Starts' -

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The Rundown: Imanaga's QO Decision, Buxton Could Waive NTC, Skenes Reportedly Wants Yankees Trade -

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Report: Cubs Remain Active in Trade Talks -

Jesse Rogers of ESPN reported in his article this afternoon that the Chicago Cubs are a team that "could make a deal soon." Every report from Orlando has indicated that the Cubs are indeed very active on the trade market, but those things can still take time to develop. Sadadev Sharma mentioned MacKenzie Gore and Edward Cabrera as two names that may be of interest as Jed Hoyer looks to bolster his starting staff.
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Owen Caissie to Play For Team Canada in 2026 World Baseball Classic -

A third Chicago Cubs player has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic, though this time it's not for Team USA. Owen Caissie will represent Team Canada in the 2026 WBC, marking his second time on their roster. He recorded three hits across Canada's three games, including a home run. He also drew a walk and struck out twice.
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The Rundown: Team USA's Schwarber Back to Philly, Diaz Gets Nice Deal from Dodgers, Cubs Remain Committed to Pitching Pursuit -

The Winter Meetings have generally been slower over the last half-decade or so than what a lot of us were used to, largely due to the pandemic and the increasing ubiquity of virtual communication. It used to be that you pretty much had to be in the same room as someone to get a deal done, but that's obviously no longer the case.
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The Rundown: Soroka to Diamondbacks, Pivetta Reportedly Available, Cubs Among King Suitors, Kent Gets Hall Call -

Michael Soroka signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks for $7.5 million guaranteed plus up to $2 million in incentives.
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The Rundown: Naylor Becomes First FA Domino to Fall, Keller Drawing Interest as SP, 12 First-Timers on HOF Ballot -

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The Rundown: Naylor Becomes First FA Domino to Fall, Keller Drawing Interest as SP, 12 First-Timers on HOF Ballot -

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2 weeks ago

Nationals Expected to Move MacKenzie Gore This Winter -

The Cubs are weighing trading prospects to acquire MacKenzie Gore, balancing his upside, two years of control, and recent inconsistent performance against high acquisition cost.
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Cubs Could Circle Back to Marlins Pitchers During Winter Meetings -

The Cubs are pursuing at least one starting pitcher, engaging with Marlins who are reportedly listening to offers on almost all their starters.
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Pirates Open to Trading Starting Pitching, Could Be Cubs Trade Partner -

In his latest piece about the Pirates trading away Johan Oviedo, Ken Rosenthal reported that the Pirates are open to trading another starting pitcher not named Paul Skenes. So while it still feels like it's only a matter of time before that domino falls and Skenes gets shippied out of Pittsburgh, it isn't likely to happen this season. Despite having perhaps the best pitcher in baseball, the Pirates finished in last place in the NL Central with just 71 wins.
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Crane Kenney Explains Disparity Between Cubs' Revenue, Payroll -

Cubs report top MLB revenue but allocate a relatively low percentage of gross revenue to player payroll amid revenue-sharing and financial pressures.
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Michael King's Cutty Tendencies Could Make Him Perfect Fit on North Side -

At the risk of banging the Michael King drum too loudly after already featuring him in another post from earlier today, I wanted to look more at why he is a perfect fit for what the Cubs do. CI has been told that Jed Hoyer is infatuated with Japanese fireballer Tatsuya Imai, who will likely be a priority because his posting window closes on January 2, but King appears to be a very close second when it comes to their offseason wishlist. Though his fastball doesn't jump off the page, it's the way King manipulates it and the rest of his pitches that makes him so intriguing.
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Cubs Not Close to Zac Gallen Deal -

Initial report claimed Cubs reached agreement with Zac Gallen, but the deal is not finalized, prompting speculation about leverage and a mistaken identity.
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The Rundown: Cubs Showing 'Renewed Interest in Bregman, Zombro Takes on Bigger Role, MLB Could Limit OF Positioning -

Aging slows healing and causes cascading injuries, and the Cubs have renewed interest in third baseman Alex Bregman after a previous significant pursuit.
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Matthew Boyd to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic -

Matthew Boyd will play for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, raising workload and injury-monitoring concerns entering the Cubs' 2026 season.
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The Rundown: Cubs Reportedly Close on Cease, Other Top Starters Still in Play, Tucker Visits Jays -

A father prepares breakfasts to fuel his overbooked high-school son while reflecting on aging, limited personal energy, and uncertainty about his future role.
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The Rundown: Cubs Sign Kingery, Ponce Gets Paid, Reds Still Circling Schwarber, More Notes -

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The Rundown: Cubs Sign Kingery, Ponce Gets Paid, Reds Still Circling Schwarber, More Notes -

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Cubs Listed as Potential Fit for Precisely Zero Top-25 Trade Candidates -

If recent predictions from ESPN's top baseball writers carry any weight, it doesn't look like the Cubs are expected to do much on the trade front. Though Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel listed as many as eight team fits for each of their top 25 trade candidates this offseason, the Cubs did not appear a single time. Not for Tarik Skubal (No. 1), not for Byron Buxton (5), not for Joe Ryan (6),
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Willson Contreras 'More Willing' to Waive NTC for Right Move -

Willson Contreras has become more willing to waive his full no-trade clause, making a trade for his remaining two-year, $36.5M contract plausible for the right fit.
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Pete Fairbanks Drawing Interest from Multiple Teams -

Fairbanks, a 31-year-old reliever with declining strikeouts and velocity, is drawing multi-team interest and could command a multiyear deal despite recent declines.
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The Rundown Lite: More College Feeder Convo, Royals Looking to Move SP for OF, Fairbanks Market Developing -

Butler's baseball program suffers severe pitching and roster challenges and should emphasize local player development over transfer-market reliance.
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How a Young UK Sports Fan Fell in Love with Major League Baseball -

A UK teenager became a devoted baseball fan after a 2016 MLB game; London hosts sold-out London Series and widespread baseball merchandise.
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Twins Could Help Cubs with Multiple Offseason Needs -

The Minnesota Twins are likely to trade Joe Ryan or Pablo López this offseason, with Byron Buxton also potentially available during a team rebuild.
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The Rundown Lite: Building Culture, Bellinger More Coveted Than Tucker, Red Sox Actively Seeking Big Bat(s), Thanksgiving Meal Ideas -

Established coaching and organized youth programs build a culture that sustains high school championship success and develops future baseball and football talent.
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Cease Signs 7-Year, $210M Deal with Blue Jays -

The Toronto Blue Jays signed free-agent starter Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract to bolster their rotation in a title pursuit.
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Building Cubs' Holiday Wishlist: Starting Pitcher, Bullpen, Outfielder -

The Cubs must prioritize acquiring a quality starting pitcher, bullpen help, and a corner outfielder this offseason to remain competitive.
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The Rundown Lite: Kiermaier Seeks Coaching Gig, Stock Rejoins Mets, Maeda Back to NPB -

Kevin Kiermaier seeks to revolutionize outfield defense by replacing ineffective, submaximal drills with game-realistic, full-effort training to improve players' reactions and throws.
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Tatsuya Imai Says He Prefers 'Survival Vibe' of Team Sans Japanese Players -

Tatsuya Imai is a top pitching prospect with mid-90s fastball, triple-digit potential, a wrong-way slider, 27.8% NPB strikeout rate, seeking teams without Japanese teammates.
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Long, Florentino Earn Cubs' Top MiLB Honors -

Jonathon Long is Cubs Minor League Player of the Year; Jostin Florentino is Minor League Pitcher of the Year for 2025.
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The Rundown: Rangers Shedding Salary, Mets May Target Bellinger or Tucker Next, Helsley Drawing SP Interest -

Irresponsible strength coaching and assisted extreme lifts risk serious athlete injury and warrant strict accountability.
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Cubs Still Looking to Add Impact Reliever, Starter Within Limited Budget This Winter -

The Cubs are prioritizing bullpen velocity and experienced relievers this winter but face budget limits that likely rule out elite, high‑priced closers.
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The Rundown Lite: Cubs Sign Maton, Excuse or Smokescreen, Interesting Non-Tenders, Familiar Names in Coaching Carousel -

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The Rundown Lite: Cubs Sign Maton, Excuse or Smokescreen, Interesting Non-Tenders, Familiar Names in Coaching Carousel -

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If Bo Bichette walks, what's the next move for the Blue Jays front office?

The Dream Replacement: Kyle Tucker The Blue Jays have actually been mentioned in a Tucker rumor or two this offseason, though this feels rather difficult to pull off. First things first: Tucker is likely to be the only free agent who receives a larger contract than Bichette does this year. If the Blue Jays hesitate to pay their star $200 million, what's to say they'll feel comfortable giving an outside more than $300 million?
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The Rundown: New Ryne Sandberg Born, Circling Back to Refsnyder as Perfect Bench Bat, Non-Tender Deadline Approaching -

Ashley and Justin Sandberg welcomed a daughter named after Ryne Sandberg, bringing joy amid a gloomy Cubs season.
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4 weeks ago

Cubs Non-Tender Reese McGuire -

Reese McGuire filled in admirably for the injured Miguel Amaya, hitting a career-high nine home runs over 140 plate appearances as Carson Kelly 's backup. That wasn't nearly enough to entice the Cubs to tender him a contract at anything approaching his $1.9 million projection, so they told him to beat it. Or, more accurately, they simply chose not to tender him a contract for the 2026 season.
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Inevitable CBA Lockout Could Keep Cubs from Spending Big This Winter -

A likely post-2026 MLB lockout is causing teams and players to favor short-term contracts and reduced offseason spending, influencing qualifying offer decisions.
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Cubs Could Trade from Thinning Farm System Rather Than Sign Big Free Agents -

The Cubs must trade prospects and rely on a limited farm system to acquire talent while containing payroll under likely winter budget constraints.
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The Rundown: Cubs' 3 Spending Paths, King & Cease Both Possible Targets, Stop Trying to Trade Ian Happ -

Cubs likely will add at least one veteran pitcher while relying on internal offensive improvements, balancing payroll flexibility and CBA uncertainty.
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Old Friend Christopher Morel Could Be Fit for Cubs Bench -

Morel finished the 2024 season with a 50 OPS+ in 49 games with the Rays, hitting three home runs and driving in only nine runs. For the season, he slashed .196/.288/.346 with an 81 wRC+ and -1.0 fWAR.
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MLB Finalizing New Broadcast Deals with ESPN, NBC, Netflix -

ESPN, NBC/Peacock, and Netflix will sign three-year MLB broadcast deals altering rights, streaming access, and postseason distribution.
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The Rundown: Implications of QO Decisions, Cubs Add Prospects to 40-Man, Morel Dilemma -

Shōta Imanaga accepted the one-year $22.025M qualifying offer, keeping him with the Cubs and creating draft compensation and market ripple effects.
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Pirates Emerging as Unlikely Kyle Schwarber Suitor -

The Pirates are pursuing Kyle Schwarber while signaling willingness to spend and fast-track top prospect Konnor Griffin.
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Watch: Cubs Release Kyle Hendricks Tribute Video -

Kyle Hendricks retired after a 12-year MLB career highlighted by the Cubs' 2016 ERA title and a World Series Game 7 start.
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Kyle Tucker Declines Cubs' Qualifying Offer -

Kyle Tucker declined the Qualifying Offer and will be a free agent, with the Cubs getting a 2026 compensatory pick if he signs elsewhere.
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The Rundown: Beware Fake Reports, QO Decision Day, Cubs Catchers Produced Competitive Swings -

AI-generated and bot-amplified fake sports content spreads widely on Facebook because users share sensational rumors without verifying, driving high traffic during the offseason.
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The 2026 Hall of Fame Ballot

Writers' ballot features multiple newcomers; Cole Hamels likely to clear 5%, Manny Ramírez probably exits, while Beltrán and Andruw Jones have the best Hall chances among holdovers.
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The Rundown: Potential Pitching Pursuits Across Multiple Markets, Another Tread Signing, Running Man Review -

The Cubs must significantly upgrade their starting rotation with high-velocity, swing-and-miss pitchers to improve strikeout rates and postseason prospects.
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Pete Crow-Armstrong to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic -

Breakout 2025 center fielder posted 5.4 fWAR, 109 wRC+, 31 homers, reached 30/30, committed to play for his country, projected as Cubs' center.
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