What is the Chicago Cubs record in 2026?

The Chicago Cubs are 0-0, in the NL Central.

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The Chicago Cubs are 0-0, in the NL Central. They are 0-0 over their last 7 games.

Chicago Cubs News & Updates

March 23, 2026

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Cade Horton’s impressive six-inning shutout against a lineup of Brewers minor leaguers should have Cubs fans buzzing, as the young right-hander is positioning himself as the No. 2 starter right behind Matthew Boyd. This showcases the depth the Cubs are cultivating on the mound, a necessity as questions loom over the rotation for the regular season. Meanwhile, the news isn’t all rosy, outfielder Seiya Suzuki’s minor ligament strain from the World Baseball Classic will keep him out of the opener. The Cubs are also making tough decisions on their roster, with recent cuts providing clarity as they approach Opening Day. As Michael Conforto fights to secure his spot after coming into camp as a non-roster invitee, fans can only hope for a swift recovery for Suzuki and continued dominance from Horton.

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Bleed Cubbie Blue

Cubs 12, Brewers 0: Cade Horton is ready for the season

Cubs right-hander Cade Horton, who shapes up to be the No. 2 starter after Matthew Boyd begins the season, had an excellent six-inning outing against the Brewers Sunday at Sloan Park. Okay, so it was against a team of Brewers minor leaguers, as all the MLB Brewers had departed for Milwaukee Sunday, as they have […]

MLB.com

Conrad, Cubs' first-rounder in '25, to miss more time with back injury

MESA, Ariz. – The Cubs felt fortunate to see outfielder Ethan Conrad – considered one of the more polished collegiate bats in last summer’s class – still on the board when their pick arrived in the Draft’s first-round last summer. He has the potential to swiftly climb up the system

MLB.com

Conforto makes Opening Day roster: 'All those feelings came back'

MESA, Ariz. – When Michael Conforto arrived in camp for the Cubs earlier this spring as a non-roster invitee, the veteran outfielder expressed that he felt like a prospect all over again. This was a chance for him to fight for a job and earn a place on the Opening

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Cubs latest spring training cuts offer clarity for final Opening Day roster spots

The Chicago Cubs' Opening Day roster is starting to come into focus with Sunday's roster cuts including infield prospect Jonathon Long.

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There's a huge question the Cubs must answer if they're going to win the NL Central

The Chicago Cubs are favorites to win their division in 2026, but questions surrounding their starting rotation will make or break their fortunes this season.

ESPN

Suzuki to miss Cubs' opener after injury in WBC

Seiya Suzuki, who suffered a minor ligament strain in his right knee during the World Baseball Classic, will not play in the Cubs' season opener Thursday against Washington.

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