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MLB News / Last Word On Sports / January 17
Yankees Capitalize Farm System with Promising Pitching Prospect

Yankees Capitalize Farm System with Promising Pitching Prospect

In the thick of the international signing period kick-off, the New York Yankees stumble upon a much-needed addition. The club acquired a right-handed pitching prospect, Michael Arias, from the Chicago Cubs.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 17
Yankees just added another high-upside developmental pitcher to the mix

Yankees just added another high-upside developmental pitcher to the mix

The Yankees have built a reputation for identifying overlooked talent and turning it into gold, especially when it comes to developing pitchers. Their latest project is 23-year-old right-hander Michael Arias, who was recently acquired from the Chicago Cubs for cash considerations.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 16

The state of the Cubs, just before Cubs Convention begins

Let’s look forward. It has been my routine this offseason to post an article here at 9 a.m. CT on weekdays to generate discussion on a topic. Sometimes it’s a free agent or trade possibility, sometimes baseball or Cubs news.

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MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / January 15
Yankees Acquire Promising Pitching Prospect From Cubs

Yankees Acquire Promising Pitching Prospect From Cubs

After acquiring Cody Bellinger earlier in the offseason, the New York Yankees have made another trade with the Chicago Cubs. On Wednesday, the Bronx Bombers announced that they have traded for Cubs right-hander Michael Arias in exchange for cash considerations.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15
Yankees take a chance on young pitcher in trade with Cubs

Yankees take a chance on young pitcher in trade with Cubs

The Yankees announced that they have acquired right-hander Michael Arias from the Cubs in exchange for cash considerations.

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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / January 13

So Why Did Cubs DFA Promising Pitching Prospect Michael Arias?

The short answer to the titular question is that we don’t really know for sure, but I wanted to get into some of the nuances of this transaction. Be forewarned that this entails digging into the timing of the move and roster-rule minutia that I admittedly must rely on others to provide, so much of this is speculative in nature.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 13
Chicago Cubs designate top pitching prospect for assignment

Chicago Cubs designate top pitching prospect for assignment

The Chicago Cubs went out and made a move to add depth to their starting rotation by signing former Milwaukee Brewer Colin Rea to a one-year $5 million deal.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 4

Minor League Wrap: Iowa storms back to beat St.Paul 10-9 in 11 innings.

Iowa stages a big comeback and Caleb Knight walks it off in the 11th. Tennessee and Myrtle Beach also win. Here’s what you’ve all been waiting for. Iowa Cubs Caleb Knight hit a walkoff two-run home run as the Iowa Cubs deconsecrated the St.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 19

Minor League Wrap: James Triantos leads Tennessee past Mississippi, 5-2

The Smokies shut down Mississippi. The Pelicans split a doubleheader. Catcher Caleb Knight was promoted from Double-A Tennessee to Triple-A South Bend.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 14, 2024
Former Shortstop Could Be Cubs Next Star Pitcher

Former Shortstop Could Be Cubs Next Star Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs might have a found hidden gem of a pitcher and he actually came into the league as an infielder. Ahead of the MLB's first Spring Breakout Series, the staff at MLB.com looked through each team's roster and named one player present that should be talked about more.

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