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The Cubs are coming off an unforgettable experience in the Field of Dreams Game last week and find themselves in a nice little stretch. Sure, the schedule has been favorable, but stringing together some wins is always good for morale as the season heads into its final stretch. With another offseason on the horizon, we […] Nelson Velazquez has a long-term role to play for the Cubs - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

We still have six weeks left in the regular season and, already, we’re hearing offseason rumblings connecting the Cubs to major free agents. Ken Rosenthal, senior baseball writer for The Athletic, dropped this bombshell on his Athletic Baseball Podcast earlier this week. “They’ve got to get – and I believe they will get – one of […] Do the Cubs really need to go spend on a superstar shortstop? - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Having previously examined the potential Chicago Cubs 2026 lineup, today we take a look at the pitching staff. In the wake of this year’s draft and trade deadline, the Cubs have 13 pitchers among their Top 30 prospects, according to MLB Pipeline. Some of these guys will make an impact; most won’t. Forecasting pitching performance is […] Gazing into our crystal ball to see the staff of the 2026 Cubs - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

In mid-July, the Chicago Cubs selected the contract of a minor leaguer most people had never heard of – former fourth-round pick Erich Uelmen. Seeing a struggling team look to the minors as the season stretches on isn’t exactly surprising, but the fact the right-hander is still around nearly a month later is certainly interesting, especially […] Cubs: Erich Uelmen’s lack of usage has been puzzling - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Drew Smyly turned in a solid outing against the Reds on Thursday night during the Field of Dreams Game. His five-scoreless inning, nine-strikeout performance lowered his season ERA to 3.69, while also sporting a 1.3 WHIP, 4.27 FIP, 7.8 K/8 and 2.2 BB/9 across 70 2/3 innings. For a guy who fairly recently spent significant […] Drew Smyly could be a solid fit for the 2023 Cubs - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Pitching wins games. Without strong pitching, teams will struggle to win. That is why Jed Hoyer went and shocked executives around the league by signing Marcus Stroman last offseason. But this season, there have been two pitchers who’ve shown, without a doubt, they are ready to be major league starters. Both in their second big […] Cubs: Homegrown arms are finally rounding into form - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Last summer, the Chicago Cubs traded Craig Kimbrel to the crosstown rival White Sox for Codi Heuer and Nick Madrigal. However, as of now, the trade is not looking too good, as both Heuer and Madrigal have struggled with injuries. Earlier this month, though, Madrigal returned from the injured list and started to hit the ball […] Cubs bet on chemistry up the middle with Nico Hoerner, Nick Madrigal - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Look. It’s all eyes on the minors for a lot of Cubs fans right now, so we’re going to be regularly putting the spotlight on some of the up-and-coming prospects in the system. Whenever a Cubs prospect is beginning to break out, becomes scorching hot, or just deserves some recognition, we’ll give him his due […] Cubs Prospect Spotlight: Luis Devers continues to dominate - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Despite neither the Chicago Cubs or Cincinnati Reds being anywhere near postseason contention this year, the magic of the Field of Dreams still captured fans across the country on Thursday, with the North Siders coming out on top in the second-ever Field of Dreams Game. Although it lacked the high-stakes drama we got between the […] 3 memorable Cubs performances from the Field of Dreams Game - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

The MLB Field of Dreams Game is tonight, so now is the perfect time to pick up a limited-edition Chicago Cubs commemorative bobblehead or some apparel. MLB’s Field of Dreams Game is one of the coolest new traditions in major sports. It’s the perfect blend of presentation, nostalgia and – of course – amazing baseball. […] Check out this Chicago Cubs Field of Dreams Game merch - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

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With the trade deadline over and the Chicago Cubs way outside the picture when it comes to thinking about October baseball, it is time to talk about the some way too early offseason predictions. This offseason’s major free agents include the likes of Aaron Judge, Dansby Swanson, Trea Turner, and Jacob DeGrom, and it would […] 4 way too early Chicago Cubs offseason predictions - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

After a somewhat underwhelming trade deadline, Jed Hoyer came out to address various media outlets regarding the trades and the future. As is necessary in his job, he is incredibly smooth at being evasive in his answers, often referring to ‘the next great Cubs team’ in responses. Let’s begin by stating that it is very […] Assembling the next championship Cubs team is a tall task - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

A year after Frank Schwindel came up to the Chicago Cubs and quickly established himself as a cult hero, his days with the organization may be numbered. After struggling virtually all year with a mix of injuries and underperformance, aside from a brief spark of life in May, Frank the Tank has been demoted to […] Cubs: Frank Schwindel’s future is murky after demotion to Iowa - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community

A week removed from the trade deadline, the Chicago Cubs are very much casting an eye toward the future with their recent flurry of roster moves – but none sent as clear a message as Jed Hoyer’s decision to move on from veteran Jason Heyward at season’s end. “Jason and I have talked a lot […] Jason Heyward’s time with the Cubs comes to an unceremonious end - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs News, Rumors, and Fan Community