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James Triantos Ranks 4th in Keith Law’s Top 20 Cubs Prospects

February 9, 2023 by Cubs Insider Leave a Comment

Keith Law’s top 100 prospect list featured three Cubs — Pete Crow-Armstrong (26), Kevin Alcántara (29), and Brennen Davis (50) — but others were teased as being among a group that just missed. Or “just missed the just missed list,” as it were. Chief among those was James Triantos, who is ranked 11th by MLB Pipeline but shows up at No. 4 in Law’s ranking of the top 20 Cubs … [Read more...] about James Triantos Ranks 4th in Keith Law’s Top 20 Cubs Prospects

Cubs Should Gain 4 Roster Spots Once 60-Day IL Becomes Available

February 9, 2023 by Cubs Insider Leave a Comment

Money has been discussed as the primary obstacle preventing the Cubs from adding a seasoned reliever to the bullpen, but a full 40-man roster is probably a bigger impediment. That will all change in a week because the 60-day IL once again becomes an option the day pitchers and catchers report. Not only will the Cubs open up several roster spots via procedural moves, but the … [Read more...] about Cubs Should Gain 4 Roster Spots Once 60-Day IL Becomes Available

Marquee Announces Cubs Spring Training Broadcast Schedule

February 9, 2023 by Cubs Insider Leave a Comment

Marquee Sports Network has released its spring training broadcast schedule, which includes 29 of the Cubs’ 33 games. Of the four remaining contests, two are being covered by MLB Network (February 26 and March 11 against the Dodgers) and two are split-squad affairs. The full schedule is below. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle … [Read more...] about Marquee Announces Cubs Spring Training Broadcast Schedule

Watch: Kevin Alcántara Displays Massive Power in Mesa

February 9, 2023 by Cubs Insider Leave a Comment

Save the “It’s just BP” comments because I’m not interested in them. The official start of spring training is still a week away, so I’m happy for whatever measly scraps we’re getting from the table at this point. That goes double for seeing Kevin Alcántara launching moonshots that travel 460 feet into the breeze. This kid could be a monster. #cubs Kevin Alcántara is must see … [Read more...] about Watch: Kevin Alcántara Displays Massive Power in Mesa

BCB After Dark: Under the radar

February 8, 2023 by Bleed Cubbie Blue Leave a Comment

Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks you what was the Cubs best under-the-radar free agent signing this winter. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the late-night session for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in out of the cold. It’s going to be warm in Arizona pretty soon. There’s a … [Read more...] about BCB After Dark: Under the radar

Baseball history unpacked, February 8

February 8, 2023 by Bleed Cubbie Blue Leave a Comment

MLB via Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids, gathered from reputable sources. The Mick banned for associating with gamblers, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various … [Read more...] about Baseball history unpacked, February 8

Outside The Confines: When football matters most…

February 8, 2023 by Bleed Cubbie Blue Leave a Comment

Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/Getty Images Because it means baseball is next. Happy Wednesday party people, the Super Bowl is fast approaching, and we all know that that means baseball. is. next. So if you’re in it for the football (meh), the commercials (sometimes great), or the halftime show (generally a good time), it’s a perfect way to say goodbye to football season and … [Read more...] about Outside The Confines: When football matters most…

Even more thoughts about MLB expansion and realignment

February 8, 2023 by Bleed Cubbie Blue Leave a Comment

Al Yellon Would you really want the Cubs and White Sox in the same division? You know, I wrote on this topic only a couple of weeks ago and usually I want to let some time go by before doing it again, but after reading this article by Jim Bowden of The Athletic, I thought it was time to weigh in again. Notwithstanding the fact that Bowden had to resign in disgrace as … [Read more...] about Even more thoughts about MLB expansion and realignment

Cubs historical sleuthing: 1980s edition

February 8, 2023 by Bleed Cubbie Blue Leave a Comment

You wouldn’t think there are enough clues here, but one thing gave it away. This great shot of Wrigley Field was found here, on a completely unrelated story about a pitcher named Morris Madden, who pitched in 16 games for the Tigers and Pirates from 1987-89. The caption reads: Morris Madden pitched his final game of 1988 Oct. 1 at Wrigley Field. Photo is of Wrigley Field in … [Read more...] about Cubs historical sleuthing: 1980s edition

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