Much has been made about the Cubs having MLB’s third-highest revenue and just the 14th-highest player payroll, a disparity that angered many fans throughout the season. Then there’s that oft-cited BrooksGate graphic showing that the Cubs ranked 26th in terms of the percentage of their reported gross revenue dedicated to payroll last season (36.4%). They fell right between … [Read more...] about Crane Kenney Explains Disparity Between Cubs’ Revenue, Payroll
The Rundown: Cubs Showing ‘Renewed Interest in Bregman, Zombro Takes on Bigger Role, MLB Could Limit OF Positioning
Among a number of different candidates, I’d have to say the worst part about getting older is that you don’t heal very quickly. Even superficial injuries like bruises or muscle strains become prolonged encumbrances that can last for weeks on end. As I type this, I’m moderately hampered by a jammed left pinky finger that has me looking like an undersized ex-offensive lineman for … [Read more...] about The Rundown: Cubs Showing ‘Renewed Interest in Bregman, Zombro Takes on Bigger Role, MLB Could Limit OF Positioning
The Rundown: Cubs Reportedly Close on Cease, Other Top Starters Still in Play, Tucker Visits Jays
I’ve been taking advantage of the fact that one kid is in college and the other can drive himself to school to spend a little more time in bed each morning, but I got up earlier than usual today to make breakfast. Inspired by a post from Deven Morgan of the Driveline Youth Academy, my goals were to ensure my son was properly fueled for a very long day and to build a little … [Read more...] about The Rundown: Cubs Reportedly Close on Cease, Other Top Starters Still in Play, Tucker Visits Jays
Matthew Boyd to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic
Coming off the best year of his career, Matthew Boyd has announced that he will be on Team USA for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. Boyd is the second member of the Chicago Cubs to join the team, as Pete Crow-Armstrong committed last month. BREAKING: Matthew Boyd announces he'll play for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic! pic.twitter.com/ei4NDEosw2 — Foul … [Read more...] about Matthew Boyd to Play For Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic
Cubs Listed as Potential Fit for Precisely Zero Top-25 Trade Candidates
If recent predictions from ESPN’s top baseball writers carry any weight, it doesn’t look like the Cubs are expected to do much on the trade front. Though Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel listed as many as eight team fits for each of their top 25 trade candidates this offseason, the Cubs did not appear a single time. Not for Tarik Skubal (No. 1), not for Byron Buxton (5), not for … [Read more...] about Cubs Listed as Potential Fit for Precisely Zero Top-25 Trade Candidates