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
Cubs Bring Back Dixon Machado for Third Organizational Stint
It has felt like the Cubs are at least one piece away from really putting a contender on the field, and they may have found it in Dixon Machado. The 32-year-old infielder is back with the organization for the third time after signing a minor league deal. Apologies to those who missed the deadpan there, but this is nothing more than a depth move as they load up on reinforcements … [Read more...] about Cubs Bring Back Dixon Machado for Third Organizational Stint
Candid Jed Hoyer Addresses Budget Situation, Futile Alex Bregman Pursuit
Maybe we’ll be able to start talking about the players the Cubs actually have in camp once it officially opens for position players on Friday. Until then, Alex Bregman remains the topic of conversation across baseball and out in Mesa, where Jed Hoyer addressed the media to discuss his ultimately futile pursuit. The Cubs put together what should have been a competitive proposal, … [Read more...] about Candid Jed Hoyer Addresses Budget Situation, Futile Alex Bregman Pursuit
The Rundown: Hoyer’s Offseason Solid Despite Missing Bregman, Third Base Shaw’s to Lose, Padres Add Pivetta
The Cubs lost the battle for Alex Bregman because the Red Sox decided it was okay to outbid the nearest team by more than $10 million in AAV. That’s a big win for the third baseman and a gigantic win for Scott Boras. According to reports, Bregman received final offers from the Astros (six years at $26 million AAV), Tigers (6/$28.58M), Cubs (4/$28.75M), and Red Sox (3/$40). … [Read more...] about The Rundown: Hoyer’s Offseason Solid Despite Missing Bregman, Third Base Shaw’s to Lose, Padres Add Pivetta