With a quiet offseason since acquiring Kyle Tucker, Cubs fans needed some good news. That didn’t happen last week, when the team couldn’t reach a salary agreement on with Tucker ahead of the arbitration deadline. Heading to an arbitration trial isn’t the end of the world, but it certainly isn’t the look you want after acquiring a superstar. The Cubs filed at $15 million with … [Read more...] about Cubs Reach $16.5M Deal with Kyle Tucker
Cubs Throwing it Back, Reveal New Blue Alternate Jerseys
Cubs Convention is almost here, and nothing is better than a big announcement right before the annual gathering of fans! It may not be a player, but the Cubs just announced a big change this evening. It seems they’re dropping the Wrigleyville City Connect jerseys and adding new “Blues Alternate” jerseys to the collection. Chicago born. Cubs worn.⁰⁰The new Blues Alternate … [Read more...] about Cubs Throwing it Back, Reveal New Blue Alternate Jerseys
Michael Arias Traded to Yankees for Cash Considerations
The Cubs have traded pitching prospect Michael Arias to the Yankees, according to an official announcement from the Yankees. Arias was designated for assignment on Monday to clear room on the 40-man, allowing the Colin Rea signing to be made official. It’s a great acquisition for the Yankees, who have the 40-man space take a flier on a promising young arm. CI’s Evan Altman … [Read more...] about Michael Arias Traded to Yankees for Cash Considerations
Cubs Sign Undrafted Free Agent Jordan Goldmann Following Tread Pro Day
Tread Athletics held their 2025 Pro Day recently, with several arms looking for jobs in major league systems. After hiring Tyler Zombro from Tread a few months ago, the Cubs now have a direct link to the pitching development factor. That may have been a factor in them signing Ben Heller to a minor-league deal and then trading for Matt Festa. We didn’t have to wait long for them … [Read more...] about Cubs Sign Undrafted Free Agent Jordan Goldmann Following Tread Pro Day
Cubs Have Reportedly Had ‘Casual Discussions’ About Alex Bregman on Short-Term Deal
The Cubs have one of the best farm systems in baseball, with seven prospects in MLB Pipeline’s top 100 list. The best of those is Matt Shaw, who is on pace to debut with the team in 2025. While it isn’t set in stone, odds are he’ll be in Japan on Opening Day. If he ends up winning the Rookie of the Year award and he’s up all season, the Cubs will get an extra draft pick in … [Read more...] about Cubs Have Reportedly Had ‘Casual Discussions’ About Alex Bregman on Short-Term Deal