The Cubs have acquired Ryan Brasier from the Los Angeles Dodgers, sources have confirmed to CI. The Chicago Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier in a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers, sources tell ESPN. Brasier, 37, was DFA'd last week but should get leverage innings for Chicago. — Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) February 5, 2025 As Jeff mentions, Brasier was … [Read more...] about Breaking: Cubs trade for RHP Ryan Brasier
PECOTA Projects Cubs to Win More Than 90 Games
The 2025 PECOTA predictions have been released and the Cubs are heavy favorites to win the National League Central. They’re projected to finish the season with 90.6 wins, which would easily win the division if everything plays out according to the respected computer model. Another projection system (this time PECOTA) that is a BIG fan of the 2025 Chicago Cubs. That 90.6 is the … [Read more...] about PECOTA Projects Cubs to Win More Than 90 Games
Cubs Sign Former White Sox IF Nicky Lopez to Minors Deal
According to Jon Heyman and Jesse Rogers, the Cubs have signed former Royals and White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez to a minor league deal. While it’s not a flashy move, Lopez provides defensive versatility in case of an injury. Since they already filled a bench role in Chicago with Jon Berti, Lopez will likely serve in a role similar to Miles Mastrobuoni or David Bote. Having … [Read more...] about Cubs Sign Former White Sox IF Nicky Lopez to Minors Deal
Padres Closer Robert Suárez Among Several Players ‘Still Being Talked About’ by Cubs
I’m sure you’ve all had one of those days where your brain just can’t seem to get out of second gear, and that’s where I’m at today. Most days, according to my critics. In any case, I’m going to do my best to give this as much attention as it needs without simply regurgitating what I’ve already written about two or three times. The Padres making closer Robert Suárez available … [Read more...] about Padres Closer Robert Suárez Among Several Players ‘Still Being Talked About’ by Cubs
Since 2020, Brewers Have Led NL Central 169 Days Longer Than Other 4 Teams Combined
It’s no secret that the Brewers have had a stranglehold on the NL Central over the last few years, but their divisional dominance is nearly unrivaled across baseball in that time. Since the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, Theo Epstein’s last as president of baseball operations on the North Side and the last time the Cubs got a taste of the playoffs, Milwaukee has led the … [Read more...] about Since 2020, Brewers Have Led NL Central 169 Days Longer Than Other 4 Teams Combined