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Trade Talks Heating Up — Cubs Could Be a Wild Card

Almost a month into the 2025 season, the MLB trade deadline is slowly coming into focus. The Chicago Cubs may be positioning themselves as one of the more intriguing buyers, and possibly the disruptor in the chase for a frontline starter.

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2 Chicago Cubs players that shined in first ever Spring Breakout game

The Chicago Cubs first two Spring Breakout games were cancelled due to weather, but on the third attempt they finally were able to play. On Saturday the

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 16

Three prospects who shined in Cubs-Angels Spring Breakout game

In a matchup between some of the top prospects in the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels organizations, three arguably shined the brightest in Saturday's Spring Breakout matchup, eventually won by the Cubs 8-3.

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Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / March 15

Watch: Cubs prospect makes immediate impact in Spring Breakout

Watch: Cubs' Kevin Alcantara makes immediate impact in Spring Breakout

Chicago Cubs prospect Kevin Alcántara has been showing his skills throughout spring training. That continued on Saturday night in perhaps his biggest showcase as a prospect so far.

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Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / March 12

Kevin Alcantara Optioned Ahead of Tokyo Series

The Chicago Cubs are preparing for their trip to Tokyo. They will take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Tokyo Dome. This will be a two-game series to start the 2025 Major League Baseball season.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Cubs Surprisingly Exclude No. 6 Prospect From Tokyo Series Roster

The Chicago Cubs are preparing to make their final roster decisions for the Tokyo Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. These two National League teams will play a two-game series from March 18 to 19 at the Tokyo Dome, the home stadium of Nippon Professional Baseball's Yomiuri Giants.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 27

Chicago Cubs legend has high praise for top prospect in Spring Training

Spring Training has treated the Chicago Cubs kindly so far based on the product on the field and the legends that have been around Mesa with the franchise.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / February 26

Kevin Alcantara: The Jaguar of Chicago Cubs Spring Training

Spring Training is in full swing for the Chicago Cubs. They have kicked off their Cactus League campaign with an impressive undefeated streak in their first six games.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 24

Chicago Cubs tied to former Cy Young ace in blockbuster spring training acquisition

The Chicago Cubs began the season with the stated purpose of finding a front-of-rotation starting pitcher. And, although they’ve been linked to some names via trade and free agency, nothing has come of that pursuit, other than the free agent acquisition of rehabbed lefty starter Matthew Boyd and swing man Colin Rea.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

White Sox to sign veteran outfielder

The White Sox are in agreement with free agent outfielder Mike Tauchman, reports Scott Merkin of MLB.com (X link). It’s a major league contract for the Meister Sports Management client, tweets James Fegan of Sox Machine.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 27

Chicago Cubs Possess Potential Substantial Trade Centerpiece Outfielder

Looking ahead to the upcoming MLB offseason, fans should be very excited to see what the Chicago Cubs choose to do. Some believe that Jed Hoyer and the front office will have another relatively quiet offseason.

MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / October 19

Guardians Named Trade Fit for a Top Cubs' Prospect

The Cleveland Guardians are set to battle for their season tonight in Game 5 of their ALCS series against the New York Yankees. While they still have life, the offseason is coming up quickly as well and the front office is likely already preparing for ways to improve the team.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 19

Royals Named Trade Fit For Blossoming Cubs Star With Offseason Ahead

The Kansas City Royals have a little work to do this offseason after they fell short in the ALDS against the New York Yankees. Their biggest need is offense.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 25