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The Cubs are making headlines this spring, from the signing of Shelby Miller to the pressure on Pete Crow-Armstrong to build on his breakout season. As the team gears up for the 2026 campaign, the competition for roles is heating up in Mesa.
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Cubs announce Shelby Miller signing, DFA Ben Cowles
Reports came out late Friday that the Cubs had signed right-hander Shelby Miller to a two-year deal. Sunday, the team officially announced the deal, which includes a team option for 2028. To make room for Miller on the 40-man roster, the Cubs designated infielder Ben Cowles for assignment. (Which begs the question, why did they […]
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Cubs historical sleuthing: Double play edition
The first thing I thought of — and maybe you did, too — on seeing the name “HESTER” was Devin Hester, the Hall of Fame Bears kick returner/defensive back. Obviously, this isn’t Devin Hester. I had no recollection of this Diamondbacks player when BCB reader Clark Addison sent me the photo, so off I went […]
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Consistency the key for PCA after up-and-down breakout season
MESA, Ariz. -- Something that Nico Hoerner said to Pete Crow-Armstrong resonated with the 23-year-old center fielder and stuck with him throughout the offseason.
It was pointed out to Crow-Armstrong that he felt some disappointment after a season in which he piled up 30 homers, 30 doubles and 30 steals
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Assad healthy and prepared to balance Cubs camp, Classic with Mexico
MESA – Last year’s adversity is already in Javier Assad’s rearview mirror. The last thing he needed in 2026 was more.
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Regression from one of last year's breakout Cubs could be offset quite easily
The return of Miguel Amaya should help the Chicago Cubs safeguard against a potential regression from fellow backstop Carson Kelly.
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Craig Counsell confirms Seiya Suzuki's role heading into the 2026 season
With Spring Training officially underway, Craig Counsell has officially confirmed what role Seiya Suzuki will play with the Chicago Cubs in 2026.
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