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Cubs adding former White Sox pitcher

The Chicago Cubs did not need to look far to find their latest pitching addition. The Cubs are signing veteran pitcher Chris Flexen to a minor league contract, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Sahadev Sharma. The deal is pending a …

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Cardinals may consider trading Nolan Arenado to rival team

The St. Louis Cardinals are looking to trade Nolan Arenado ahead of the 2025 MLB season, but so far, he remains with the team. If the Cardinals want to resolve the situation, they might have to look at trading Arenado to a rival team. The Boston Red …

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Cubs show interest in signing 2-time All-Star

The Chicago Cubs appear determined to try to add some infield help before the start of the season, and a former All-Star and World Series champion is on their radar. The Cubs have considered a pursuit of free agent infielder Justin Turner, according …

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Cubs land 2-time World Series winner in trade with Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs on Tuesday added another veteran piece to the team’s pitching staff. The Cubs landed relief pitcher Ryan Brasier via a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. LA had designated Brasier for assignment …

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NL team has reportedly discussed Dylan Cease trade with Padres

The San Diego Padres continue to be linked to a potential Dylan Cease trade, with a new NL team entering the fray as a possible suitor. The Chicago Cubs have engaged with the Padres about a possible Cease trade, according to Jon Morosi of MLB …

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Cubs acquire 2-time All-Star closer in trade

The Chicago Cubs have made a big addition to their bullpen. The Cubs acquired right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Pressly in a trade with the Houston Astros on Sunday, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. Pressly has waived his no-trade clause to approve …

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Cubs in talks to add 2-time All-Star closer in trade

The Chicago Cubs are working to add a notable pitcher to the back of their bullpen. The Houston Astros have held trade talks with teams about dealing relief pitcher Ryan Pressly. On Thursday, USA Today’s Bob Nightengale reported that the Cubs …

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Cubs sign infamous free agent hitter

The Chicago Cubs are adding a player with a certain degree of notoriety. Aram Leighton of Just Baseball reported on Wednesday that the Cubs are signing catcher Reese McGuire in free agency. McGuire is getting a minor-league deal from the Cubs, …

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Cubs avoid arbitration with Gold Glove acquisition

Kyle Tucker and the Chicago Cubs are off to a good start in their new relationship. The Cubs acquired Tucker in a trade with the Houston Astros last month. Tucker is entering his last season under team control before he will be eligible for free …

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Report: Alex Bregman could draw interest from NL contender

Free agent third baseman Alex Bregman is still looking for a landing spot, and one potential National League contender could come calling if he is willing to hedge on his contract demands. The Chicago Cubs could look into signing Bregman if the third …

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Cubs trade away former top prospect

The Chicago Cubs are hitting the shuffle button on their Spotify playlist. Jeff Passan of ESPN reported Sunday that the Cubs are trading first baseman Matt Mervis to the Miami Marlins. They will be receiving utilityman Vidal Brujan from Miami in …

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ESPN reporter calls out Chicago Cubs over Sammy Sosa apology

The Chicago Cubs finally got their wish this week when Sammy Sosa all but admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs, and one prominent reporter thinks the situation is a bad look for the franchise. Sosa on Thursday issued a statement in which he …

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Sammy Sosa makes major admission about his alleged PED use

Former Chicago Cubs star Sammy Sosa made a major statement about his playing career on Thursday, and it could help lead to a reconciliation with his former team. In a statement issued Thursday, Sosa seemingly admitted to using performance-enhancing …

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Yankees acquire former NL MVP in trade

The New York Yankees may have lost Juan Soto in free agency, but they are doing their best to remain competitive. The Yankees on Tuesday acquired Cody Bellinger in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs are sending $5 million to the Yankees to …

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Report: Cubs pursuing trade for notable starting pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have already made one big trade this offseason, but a second could be on the horizon. The Cubs have interest in Miami Marlins pitcher Jesus Luzardo and have been involved in discussions regarding a possible trade. Bruce Levine of 670 …

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Kyle Tucker traded from Astros to NL team

The Houston Astros have traded outfielder Kyle Tucker in a blockbuster move. The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a deal to acquire Tucker from the Astros, according to multiple reports. The Astros will receive third baseman Isaac Paredes, pitcher Hayden …

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