Chicago Cubs News & Updates

March 02, 2026

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In a rough outing against the White Sox, Shōta Imanaga's struggles resurfaced as he allowed three home runs over just 2.2 innings, a disheartening echo of last season. On a brighter note, Alex Bregman crushed his first homer as a Cub, launching a 369-foot shot that’s sure to excite fans before his departure for the World Baseball Classic. Meanwhile, the Cubs added depth by claiming infielder Ben Cowles off waivers, a move that coincides with the unfortunate news about Shelby Miller being placed on the 60-day injured list after his UCL surgery. As the Cubs continue to experiment with their roster, Pedro Ramirez is making a compelling case for a major league spot following a Gold Glove-worthy season in the minors. And with Justin Steele cleared for rehab, there's hope that he could bolster the rotation by mid-season.

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White Sox 5, Cubs 1: Here we go with Shōta Imanaga and the home runs again

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White Sox 5, Cubs 1: Here we go with Shōta Imanaga and the home runs again

MESA, Arizona — The Cubs’ 5-1 loss to the White Sox on another very hot afternoon was painfully reminiscent of some Shōta Imanaga starts last year. Imanaga threw 47 pitches in 2.2 innings. Three of those pitches left the yard, solo homers by Edgar Quero, Austin Hays and Braden M0ntgomery, two of whom will likely […]

Bregman bangs first Cubs homer ahead of Classic departure

Bregman bangs first Cubs homer ahead of Classic departure

MESA, Ariz. -- Alex Bregman is on the board. The third baseman, who inked a five-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs in January, went yard for the first time in Spring Training, blasting a 2-2 fastball 369 feet to center field in Sunday’s 5-1 loss to the White Sox,

Fresh off Minor League Gold Glove, Ramirez eyes Major League role

Fresh off Minor League Gold Glove, Ramirez eyes Major League role

MESA, Ariz. -- Pedro Ramirez has ice in his veins at the hot corner. It didn’t matter that his 2025 season with the Double-A Knoxville Smokies was his first at third base, as Ramirez settled into the role quite comfortably. He committed four errors in 68 games, including 66 starts,

There's a dark horse NL MVP candidate in the Cubs infield - and it's not who you think

There's a dark horse NL MVP candidate in the Cubs infield - and it's not who you think

Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch could finally draw national attention this year - and potentially be a dark-horse MVP candidate in the National League.

Justin Steele gets the green light and could rejoin the Cubs' rotation by May or June

Justin Steele gets the green light and could rejoin the Cubs' rotation by May or June

It's time to let the horses run. Or something like that. Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele has officially been cleared in his rehab from UCL revision surge

Cubs Claim Ben Cowles

Cubs Claim Ben Cowles

The Cubs have brought Ben Cowles back to Wrigleyville, as the team announced that the infielder has been claimed off waivers from the Blue Jays. In a corresponding move, right-hander Shelby Miller was moved to Chicago’s 60-day injured list. Miller underwent UCL and flexor surgery last October and will miss the 2026 season. Miller’s two-year, […]