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Shota Imanaga - Better velocity this spring Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Thursday that Imanaga has been throwing harder this spring, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.

Impact Counsell didn't offer specifics on Imanaga's velocity, but he believes the left-hander wasn't throwing as hard last season because a hamstring injury caused his mechanics to get out of whack. After averaging 91.7 mph and earning a plus-4 run value by Baseball Savant with his four-seamer in 2024, Imanaga averaged 90.8 mph and netted a minus-10 run value in 2025. The southpaw accepted a one-year, $22.025 million qualifying offer this offseason to return to the Cubs in 2026.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers' Kyle Tucker makes definitive statement on his role this season Kyle Tucker, entering his inaugural season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, conveyed a message about the challenges that lie ahead. The former...

1 HOUR AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Chicago Cubs Lose Top Japanese Exec, Nao Masamoto Nao Masamoto had been instrumental in the Cubs' efforts in Japan.

3 HOURS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Fully Healed After Fall Surgery, Kevin Alcantara is Ready to Compete for a Big League Job The Cubs have several options available in the outfield bench competition, but Kevin Alcantara has as much upside as any.

4 HOURS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Dodgers re-sign pitcher traded in blockbuster deal with Cubs The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed veteran right-hander Yency Almonte, whom they traded to Chicago in the January 2024 deal that also sent...

5 HOURS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Early CBA Chatter, New MLBPA Director, the Salary Cap Fight, More A big labor fight looms, and the war of words has already started.

5 HOURS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Blue Jays add former NY Yankees, Cubs prospect amid Bowden Francis' injury The Toronto Blue Jays claimed a former New York Yankees and Chicago Cubs prospect to reinforce their pitching depth amid Bowden Francis’ inj...

6 HOURS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Never satisfied, Swanson feeling great about batting adjustments MESA, Ariz. -- Dustin Kelly was in the middle of making dinner for his three boys one evening over the winter when Dansby Swanson began text...

20 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Cubs lose 5-year veteran infielder to Blue Jays The Toronto Blue Jays claimed infielder Ben Cowles, a veteran of five seasons in the Chicago Cubs organization, off waivers Wednesday. In a...

20 HOURS AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

'So happy that he believes in me:' Alcántara has Counsell's faith ahead of 2026 MESA, Ariz. -- Kevin Alcántara understands that there is not a starting role for him in the current outfield for the Cubs. Chicago has four-...

22 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

4 Cubs whose roster chances are doomed before MLB spring training even begins At long last, the Chicago Cubs had the kind of offseason their passionate fan base had been hoping for. Not only did they acquire a potentia...

23 HOURS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

Cubs spring training schedule: 5 dates fans should circle on their calendars The Cubs are back in Arizona with 30 days of spring training baseball at Sloan Park. We've got the full schedule and the dates you've gotta...

23 HOURS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

Cowles addition puts pressure on Jiménez at Blue Jays camp DUNEDIN, Fla. -- The Blue Jays claimed infielder Ben Cowles off waivers from the Cubs on Wednesday afternoon. The move isn’t going to knock...

23 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Cubs given 'B' grade for 'aggressive' offseason moves headlined by Alex Bregman | Sporting News This was a risky, but worthwhile, offseason for the Cubs.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dansby Swanson - Aims to swap power for more contact Swanson is willing to swap some power for more contact in 2026, Bruce Levine of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Swanson has clubbed at least 22 home runs in four of the past five seasons, but he also has a strikeout rate over 25 percent during that span and would like to cut that down. The 32-year-old's chase rate has been consistently above league average, but his in-zone contact rate has been well below average, as he ranked 129th out of 144 qualifiers in that metric in 2025. Swanson went 20-20 last season but still finished outside the top-12 in fantasy at a loaded shortstop position.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ian Happ on Matt Shaw's Glove Gaffe: 'The Guy Hasn't Played a Lot of Outfield' Matt Shaw was displaced in the offseason after the Chicago Cubs committed to a five-year deal to have Alex Bregman play third base. Shaw is...

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

6 Cubs feeling the heat this spring after ownership lays down the gauntlet After two straight disappointing seasons to begin the Craig Counsell era, the Ricketts want to see a winner — now.

1 DAY AGO • FANSIDED.COM

Cubs' Moises Ballesteros looking to take the next step this year | Sporting News Ballesteros could play a major role for the Cubs this upcoming season.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Chicago Cubs Reveal New One-Word Slogan Ahead Of New Season, And Its Simplicity Makes It Great The Cubs have unveiled new slogans ahead of the new season over recent years, and this year's phrase is actually pretty great.

2 DAYS AGO • OUTKICK.COM

Alex Bregman Speaks About His New Team, His Old Team Speaks About His Departure You have to believe the Red Sox are bummed they couldn't bring Alex Bregman back.

2 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Justin Steele - Targeting May or June return Steele (elbow) has been throwing 30-pitch bullpen sessions and is targeting a return to the majors in May or June, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun Times reports.

Impact Steele underwent UCL revision surgery on his left elbow in mid-April of last year, and the southpaw is currently building up strength before he's able to return later in 2026. He was Chicago's Opening Day starter in 2024 and has a career 3.30 regular-season ERA, so there's plenty of upside in his arm, but the Cubs will undoubtedly be cautious in his return, and there could be a good degree of rust as well. Fantasy managers should target the 30-year-old as an intriguing stash candidate in 2026, though expectations should be tempered due to the long layoff. It's also possible Steele returns to a bullpen role, at least initially, with Chicago adding Edward Cabrera in the offseason to bolster its rotation.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Seiya Suzuki - Could DH often against lefties Suzuki figures to see regular playing time in right field but will also be a top DH option, particularly against lefties, when Matt Shaw may frequently cover right field, Bruce Lev...

Impact Shaw almost exclusively played third base as a rookie in 2025, but the addition of Alex Bregman will push the former into more of a utility role. The Cubs are expected to use Shaw some in the outfield, particularly against lefties, who he performed much better against last year. Shaw's ability to play right field will allow Suzuki to get plenty of days off from playing the field, even with the offseason departure of Kyle Tucker creating a sizeable hole in right. Suzuki made 102 of his 149 regular-season starts at DH in 2025, and he enjoyed a career year from a power standpoint, blasting 32 home runs to go along with 103 RBI and an .804 OPS. Moises Ballesteros (personal) figures to be Chicago's other primary DH option on days when Suzuki plays the field.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Matt Shaw - Likely to start in RF versus LHP The Cubs are expected to start Shaw in right field against left-handed pitchers, Bruce Levine of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Per Levine, manager Craig Counsell said that Shaw will play a lot in the outfield, and that will likely include starting in right field versus lefties while Seiya Suzuki slides into the designated hitter spot. Shaw played the outfield a bit in college and in summer ball but has not spent an inning there at the professional level. The 24-year-old appears poised to operate in a super utility role for the Cubs this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

National League Offseason Grades: Dodgers, Cubs Earn High Marks It’s been a busy winter across baseball. With spring training finally underway, it’s time to hand out some grades for each team’s roster mov...

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

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