Despite the free agent market for third basemen being relatively weak this winter, the Cubs will still likely look around to see if they can upgrade at the position Patrick Wisdom has largely held down since last July. Although his season is not yet over, Padres utilityman Brandon Drury could be a nice addition for […] Cubs could shore up the hot corner by adding Brandon Drury … [Read more...] about Cubs could shore up the hot corner by adding Brandon Drury
More reports connect Cubs to Japanese pitching star
There are a lot of questions going into this offseason when it comes to the Chicago Cubs and what they’ll be able to pull off in the months to come. While a lot of reports suggest they will chase after a star shortstop or even a first baseman; one of the main needs for this team […] More reports connect Cubs to Japanese pitching star - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago Cubs … [Read more...] about More reports connect Cubs to Japanese pitching star
Cubs Throwback Thursday: Remember the College of Coaches?
This will be my first installment of a “Throwback Thursday” here at Cubbies Crib. As a retired history teacher and longtime Cubs fan, I hope you find these interesting this offseason. Mr. Wrigley, what the hell were you thinking? The Chicago Cubs did not have a manager during the 1961 and 1962 seasons, and to […] Cubs Throwback Thursday: Remember the College of Coaches? - … [Read more...] about Cubs Throwback Thursday: Remember the College of Coaches?
Cubs need one of the big shortstops and Trea Turner seems likeliest
It’s clear the Chicago Cubs need to land one of the big four shortstops this offseason. For the sake of adding star power, filling the hole at second base by proxy, and trying to field a legitimately competitive team next year, it has to happen. We’ve heard reports tying them to Carlos Correa, Trea Turner […] Cubs need one of the big shortstops and Trea Turner seems likeliest - … [Read more...] about Cubs need one of the big shortstops and Trea Turner seems likeliest
Weighing a potential Cubs reunion with Craig Kimbrel this winter
After bouncing across Chicago from the Cubs to the White Sox last year, Craig Kimbrel spent 2022 with the Los Angeles Dodgers – but was left off the team’s NLDS roster after struggling much of the year. The longtime closer will once again test the waters of free agency this winter and, while a far […] Weighing a potential Cubs reunion with Craig Kimbrel this winter - Cubbies … [Read more...] about Weighing a potential Cubs reunion with Craig Kimbrel this winter