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Today we look at the Cubs’ veteran swingman. Cascade, Iowa-born Colin Rea is a well-traveled player, having had stints as a Padre, Marlin, Cub, Brewer, and Cub again. In seven years in the majors, he’s amassed a 1.9 bWAR (4.4 fWAR), a record of 37-27, a 4.41 ERA, 91 home runs, 182 bases on balls, […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 3 days ago | 1 read
As you certainly know, the Cubs are televising very few games this spring. The good news, such as it is, is that going forward there are just two spring games remaining that will have no TV or radio coverage — Tuesday, March 10 at the Rangers, and Wednesday, March 11 vs. the Royals at Sloan […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 3 days ago | 0 reads
Three years ago, the Dodgers took a chance on outfielder Jason Heyward after a disappointing finish to his seven-year tenure with the Chicago Cubs. Although signed to a minor-league deal, Heyward eventually broke camp, had a bounce back season in 2023 and was able to prolong his career for another two years afterwards. Now, the […]
From True Blue LA | 3 days ago | 4 reads
The Hawk* signs a blank check, Kirby Puckett departs this vale, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths. “Maybe I called it wrong, but it’s official.” — Tom Connolly, HoF Umpire. Today […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 3 days ago | 3 reads
MESA, Arizona — It was a windy day in the Valley of the Sun Thursday, but neither Cubs home run needed any help from the wind. Dansby Swanson homered in the third and Carson Kelly added one in the fifth and the Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 8-1. The Cubs put two on the board in […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 2 reads
Record 7-5. Change on 2025: +1.5. 5-inning record: 3-8-1. Well, that five-game winning streak sure was nice while it lasted. It ended in no uncertain fashion this afternoon at Sloan Park, both sides of the game leaving room for improvement. The D-backs found themselves held to fewer than three runs for the first time this […]
From AZ Snake Pit | 4 days ago | 1 read
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From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 3 reads
A batch of cuts this morning. The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves and have 62 players in camp. Optioned to Triple-A Reno: Reassigned to Minor League camp: No real surprises there. Ray had only appeared in one spring game, pitching 1.1 innings, and allowing four runs (two earned) on two hits and two […]
From AZ Snake Pit | 4 days ago | 3 reads
Go get ‘em, Colin.
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 2 reads
Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Thursday 3/5, 2:05 CT First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Thursday 3/5, 2:05 CT Cubs vs. Diamondbacks at Mesa preview, Thursday 3/5, 2:05 CT
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 1 read
Wednesday notes… Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: D-backs lineup: Colin Rea will start for the Cubs. Other Cubs pitchers scheduled today: Hunter Harvey, Phil Maton, Caleb Thielbar, Hoby Milner, Luke Little and Corbin Martin. Ryne Nelson will start for the D-backs. Other D-backs pitchers scheduled today: Kevin Ginkel, Ryan Thompson, Drey Jameson, Spencer Giesting, Shawn […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 1 read
Daniel Jesus Palencia, the 26-year-old Venezuelan native, is the Cubs’ current closer. It’s his second year in the top spot, and so far he looks like he plans to stay there. Palencia throws the ball hard and has evidenced decent control of his offerings. Last year, he had a losing record (1-6), but also logged […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 1 read
Let’s be frank: The Brewers telecast on Marquee was disconcerting, to say the least, just like the Reds broadcast the other day. Sharing that content is another way to enhance the bottom line, I guess, but it sure sucks from this fan’s point of view. The ESPN/MLB.TV crap is off-putting to start with. So many […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 4 days ago | 3 reads
It’s the end of another week here at BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad you decided to stop in tonight. We’re waiving the cover charge for this evening. The show will start shortly. We’ve still got a few tables available. The […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 2 reads
Box Score Despite a vintage performance from Christian Yelich, who reached base three times in his spring debut, Milwaukee fell to the Chicago Cubs 4-1. Chicago jumped out to an early 2-0 lead and never looked back. In the top of the first, Brandon Sproat made short work of the Cubs, retiring the top of […]
From Brew Crew Ball | 5 days ago | 4 reads
The Cubs got some good pitching performances Wednesday afternoon against the Brewers, but a potentially even bigger story was four ABS challenges made by Moisés Ballesteros, all of which he got right! That’s a skill that can definitely translate to MLB regular season games. Perhaps there’s hope for Ballesteros to do some MLB catching after […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 1 read
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From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 2 reads
Go get ‘em, Edward.
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 2 reads
The NL Central’s fiercest rivalry returns today as the Brewers take on the Chicago Cubs for the first time this spring. Offseason acquisition Brandon Sproat is scheduled to take the mound for Milwaukee. Sproat’s made one appearance so far this spring, surrendering three hits (one earned run) while striking out three in 1 1/3 innings […]
From Brew Crew Ball | 5 days ago | 3 reads
Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT Cubs vs. Brewers at Phoenix preview, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 3 reads
Wednesday notes… Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Brewers lineup: Edward Cabrera will start for the Cubs. Brandon Sproat will start for the Brewers. Other Brewers pitchers scheduled today: Shane Drohan, Logan Henderson and Craig Yoho. Today’s game is on Marquee Sports Network and also on Brewers TV. There’s a radio broadcast via the Brewers flagship […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 2 reads
Today we look at one of the Cubs’ camp arms, who might, MIGHT have a shot at the MLB bullpen. It’s up to him. Jack Preston Neely came to the Cubs, along with on again/off-again Cub Ben Cowles, for Mark Leiter Jr. He’s got a live arm but tends to walk himself into trouble. Stop […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 3 reads
The Cleveland Guardians never look great when the season starts and somehow, they manage to win. The Detroit Tigers have loaded up on pitching to try to squeeze a postseason year out of Tarik Skubal’s walk year. The White Sox are better. The Royals stood (mostly) pat. And the Twins, yikes. Chicago White Sox Key […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 2 reads
Early rules, Lou Gehrig Day, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths. “Maybe I called it wrong, but it’s official.” — Tom Connolly, HoF Umpire. Today in baseball history: Cubs Birthdays: Jim […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 5 days ago | 3 reads
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Cubs have several potential backup outfielders in camp. Dylan Carlson had a great rookie year with […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 6 days ago | 2 reads