Photo by Elsa/Getty Images Let’s address the proverbial elephant in the room. Let me make clear my personal point of view on this topic right now, so there’s no question about it. The Cubs aren’t signing Juan Soto. Period, end of story. Yes, this even though he says he’s open to all 30 teams, including... The Rays are reportedly among the seven known teams that have … [Read more...] about Cubs free agent target: Juan Soto
The Cardinals have a new TV deal. Here’s why that’s important for the Cubs and other teams
Illustration by GraphicaArtis/Getty Images It’s the proverbial canary in the coal mine. Recently, the Bally Sports Networks owned by Diamond Sports — whose bankruptcy proceedings continue — were re-branded as “Fan Duel Sports Networks.” One of those channels carries Cardinals games. Thursday, the Cardinals re-upped with Diamond for 2025, and here are the details via … [Read more...] about The Cardinals have a new TV deal. Here’s why that’s important for the Cubs and other teams
A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1957
Dale Long (left) and Lee Walls talk with Rogers Hornsby at spring training in 1958 | Getty Images There were quite a few Cubs trades in ‘57. None of them had any great impact on the team. The Cubs were coming off a 94-loss season in 1956, and they tried quite a few changes to make a difference in ‘57. It didn’t work, as the Cubs lost 92 in 1957. And as bad as a 90+ loss … [Read more...] about A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1957
BCB After Dark: Caissie or Alcántara?
Kyle Ross-Imagn Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks: Owen Caissie or Kevin Alcántara? It’s Wednesday night here at BCB After Dark: the hippest hangout for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and grab a table. New friends and old, all are welcome. Let us check your coat. Let us know if you need anything. Bring … [Read more...] about BCB After Dark: Caissie or Alcántara?
Cub Tracks’ meeting expectations
Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news, notes, and commentary, four days a week, rain or shine. The GM Meetings have begun and movements have been detected. WELCOME to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overheated, … [Read more...] about Cub Tracks’ meeting expectations