As first reported by Patrick Mooney of The Athletic, the Cubs and Justin Turner are finalizing a one-year deal for $6 million. The 40-year-old has been on the radar for a while and makes a lot of sense as a grizzled veteran who can back up at least first base with the potential to play the hot corner in an emergency. Turner did his best work as the Dodgers’ third baseman … [Read more...] about Cubs Reportedly Inking Justin Turner to 1-Year, $6M Deal
Cubs Announce 2025 Minor League Coaching Staffs
This is another of those where it’s just much easier to share the media release. Information on the managers for each affiliate is immediately below, with a copy of the organization’s PDF release showing the full staffs following at the end. One quick note I’ll add is that CI had Rachel Folden ascending to the role of Triple-A Iowa hitting coach back in January. The Chicago … [Read more...] about Cubs Announce 2025 Minor League Coaching Staffs
Cubs Sign RHP Chris Flexen to Minors Deal
Pitching depth has been a key part of this offseason, and Jed Hoyer is holding strong to that belief even with spring training underway. Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported on Monday that the Cubs have signed former White Sox righty Chris Flexen to a minor league deal. Sources tell @Ken_Rosenthal and me that the Cubs have added pitcher Chris Flexen on a minor-league deal … [Read more...] about Cubs Sign RHP Chris Flexen to Minors Deal
Top Prospect Matt Shaw Has Mild Oblique Injury
Today marks the Cubs’ first full-squad workout in Mesa, with all players having reported for practice. Among the players in big-league camp is top prospect Matt Shaw, who made a name for himself in 2024 with an impressive campaign. He continued to earn high praise when he performed in the Premier 12 tournament with Team USA this winter. Since Alex Bregman signed with the Red … [Read more...] about Top Prospect Matt Shaw Has Mild Oblique Injury
Kyle Tucker’s Arrival Comes with World Series Aspirations
The Chicago Cubs’ acquisition of Kyle Tucker marks a significant departure from their typically conservative approach under Jed Hoyer. The trade brings a much-needed power bat to the lineup, addressing a key weakness from recent seasons. While an extension for Tucker is a tantalizing prospect, the immediate focus is on the upcoming season. As the Cubs held their first … [Read more...] about Kyle Tucker’s Arrival Comes with World Series Aspirations