The Chicago Cubs seem to be, still, a work in progress, although all but one position (third base) is locked down for the coming season. One area that certainly appeared to be resolved after some earlier drama was designated hitter,

The Chicago Cubs are likely not going to land the top free agent remaining on the market according to a new report. Earlier this month, shocking news emerged saying the Cubs were pursuing Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman if the two-time All-Star was willing to sign a short-term deal which contained opt outs similar to the contract which got Cody Bellinger to Chicago.

Reese McGuire, who saw his production drop off with the Red Sox in 2024, is set to join the Cubs for their major league Spring Training camp next month.

While the Houston Astros star Alex Bregman navigates the free agency, a National League team has emerged as the top contender for his service

Where can the Cubs go for bullpen help? Can Swanson bounce back from surgery? Where will Crow-Armstrong hit in the lineup?

Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report listed the North Siders as a potential landing spot for right-hander Carlos Estevez, who was an All-Star with the Los Angeles Angels in 2023. "With Tanner Scott off the board to the Dodgers, all eyes turn to Carlos Estévez as the most noteworthy closer still available," Miller wrote.

The Cubs and catcher Reese McGuire have agreed to a minor league deal, reports Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. The Apex Baseball client will presumably receive an invite to major league spring training as well.

As they look to complete their offseason upgrade by adding a right-handed bat, the Boston Red Sox appear to be playing a game of chicken with the most sought-after righty hitter still available on the free agent market.

Cubs apparently no longer in the market for free agent 3rd baseman Alex Bregman as the team is expected to fill position from within

The Cubs have looked into a Ryan Pressly trade and considered free agents Kenley Jansen and David Robertson. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

The Sox hired McKnight to help improve a broadcast that Awful Announcing's fan poll last July rated as the most disliked local call in MLB.