Cubs Convention is still going strong as I type this, but I’m already back home after a three-hour trek back from my truncated stay at the annual fan fest. It’s always an interesting time for me because I really dig how the baseball energy is so strong even in the middle of frozen-ass January, but the real value comes from conversations other than those taking place on stage … [Read more...] about Quick Thoughts on Cubs Pitching Infrastructure Following CubsCon
Shocker: Roki Sasaki Signs with Dodgers
In what amounts to what is (not) the biggest surprise of the offseason, Roki Sasaki has officially signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Cubs were reportedly eliminated earlier this week, along with most of the teams who were in the running. Jeff Passan reported that the only three teams left were the Dodgers, Padres, and Blue Jays. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle … [Read more...] about Shocker: Roki Sasaki Signs with Dodgers
Sammy Sosa, Derrek Lee to Be Inducted into Cubs Hall of Fame
The opening ceremonies are underway in Chicago at the 2025 Cubs Convention, with Sammy Sosa’s return standing as a hallmark of the event. Tom Ricketts formally invited Sosa back into the Cubs family on December 19th, giving fans more excellent news after the recent Kyle Tucker trade. Sosa apologized for his past actions, and all eyes turned to Cubs Convention. Last year, Kerry … [Read more...] about Sammy Sosa, Derrek Lee to Be Inducted into Cubs Hall of Fame
Cubs Reach $16.5M Deal with Kyle Tucker
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