First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Thursday 3/5, 2:05 CT
Go get ‘em, Colin.
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Cubs vs. Diamondbacks at Mesa Thursday 3/5 live discussion threads
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Cubs vs. Diamondbacks at Mesa preview, Thursday 3/5, 2:05 CT
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 […]
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WBC Wrap: The World Baseball Classic starts in Tokyo
Last night or early this morning, depending on where you live, the World Baseball Classic got underway at the Tokyo Dome with pool C play. There are five teams in Pool C and they will play a round-robin tournament with the top two teams advancing to the quarterfinals in Miami and Houston. Team Japan is […]
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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Daniel Palencia
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 […]
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2026 Cubs: Know your enemy, AL West
Here we have one really good team (Mariners), one pretty good team (Rangers), a team on the decline (Astros) and a team on the rise (A’s). Oh, yes, and the Angels. Athletics Key departures: JJ Bleday, Osvaldo Bido, Mitch Spence, Max Schuemann Key arrivals: Joey Meneses, Geoff Hartlieb, Wander Suero, Mark Leiter Jr., Jeff McNeil, […]
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Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Cabrera, Happ
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 […]
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Cubs BCB After Dark: Who are you cheering for in the WBC?
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 […]
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Cubs 4, Brewers 1: Moisés Ballesteros is good at challenges
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 […]
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Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT
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First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT
Go get ‘em, Edward.
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Cubs vs. Brewers at Phoenix Wednesday 3/4 live discussion threads
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Cubs vs. Brewers at Phoenix preview, Wednesday 3/4, 2:10 CT
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 […]
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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Jack Neely
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 […]
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MLB news: MLB announces big changes to ‘Spring Breakout’ prospect showcase
For the past two seasons, MLB has featured a “Spring Breakout” series during Spring Training where every team assembles a team of their best prospects from throughout their farm system. Then these teams of prospects each play one exhibition game against a squad from a rival team in the Cactus or Grapefruit League. These games […]
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2026 Cubs: Know your enemy, AL Central
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 […]
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MLB News Outside The Confines: Jurickson Profar tests positive again
Good morning. There are lots of team WBC previews on MLB dot com. I put several of them here, but if your favorite country isn’t mentioned, check out the official World Baseball Classic page and see if a preview is there.
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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — March 4
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 […]
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Cubs BCB After Dark: Who will lead the Cubs in home runs?
It’s another night here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest nightspot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. You know you’re always welcome here. Come on in and spend some time with us. There’s no cover charge. The hostess can seat you now. Bring your own beverage. BCB After Dark is the […]
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SB Nation Reacts survey: Who’ll be backing up the Cubs outfield?
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 […]
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Italy 9, Cubs 4: The Cubs defeat the Cubs
MESA, Arizona — The Cubs wore their white pinstripe home jerseys for the exhibition game against Team Italy, and that was more than just a pleasant view. Before the game started I saw a few Cubs minor leaguers enter Sloan Park wearing the blue alternates and wondered why. “Why” was because several of them played […]
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Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Italy, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT
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First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Italy, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT
Go get ‘em, Cade.
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Cubs vs. Italy at Mesa Tuesday 3/3 live discussion threads
Italy 9, Cubs 4: The Cubs defeat the Cubs Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Italy, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Italy, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT Cubs vs. Italy at Mesa preview, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT
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Cubs vs. Italy at Mesa preview, Tuesday 3/3, 2:05 CT
MESA, Arizona — Tuesday notes… Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: The Italy lineup:amd starting pitcher were not available at posting time. Please check BCB social media for the Italy information. Cade Horton will start for the Cubs. Other Cubs pitchers scheduled today: Jeff Brigham, Gavin Hollowell, Jack Neely, Ethan Roberts and Jacob Webb. No TV […]
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