The Chicago Cubs could have a unique advantage when trying to convince Cody Bellinger to come back in free agency.

The Cubs brought veteran righty Andrew Kittredge into the fold at the Trade Deadline this past season to add an experienced arm to the bullpen for the stretch run and playoffs. He is now headed back to Baltimore.

Potential Cubs trade sees Chicago get $15.5 million two-time All-Star from division rival to upgrade from Shota Imanaga originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

The Cincinnati Reds signed pitcher Keegan Thompson to a major league deal on Tuesday afternoon.

Cubs prospect Owen Ayers lines an RBI double to right-center field in the bottom of the sixth inning for Mesa in the Arizona Fall League

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The offseason has officially begun for the Chicago Cubs, and they will be hoping to build upon what was a strong year in 2025.  Last winter, the Cubs were extre