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The buzz around the Cubs is palpable as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Reds tonight, with closer Daniel Palencia stepping into the spotlight and Alex Bregman back in camp, both eager to make their mark before the season kicks off. Exciting news comes with Moisés Ballesteros earning an Opening Day roster spot, showcasing the team's commitment to bringing fresh talent into the fold. Meanwhile, the Cubs' pitching staff is starting to take shape following recent cuts, giving us a clearer picture of which arms will be relied upon this season. As the team continues to fine-tune their roster, the energy is high, every game counts in the development of these players, and the fans can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.
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Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Reds and A’s, Friday 3/20, 8:05 and 8:10 CT
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'I knew that moment was mine': Classic buzz driving Palencia
Cubs' closer, Bregman, PCA return to camp focused on getting back to Wrigley
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Cubs' top prospect Ballesteros earns Opening Day roster spot
MESA, Ariz. -- Craig Counsell received word that rookie Moisés Ballesteros may have had some nerves when he was summoned to the Cubs manager’s office on Friday afternoon. Counsell did not want that to last too long, so he gave the catcher the good news before he even took a
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Cubs' pitching staff comes into focus with latest round of spring training cuts
The Chicago Cubs' bullpen is finally in focus. Read about the latest Spring Training cuts and see which pitchers are positioned to make the 2026 Opening Day roster
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Former Cubs free agent bust trying to turn WBC run into new opportunity
After a successful run with Team Italy during the World Baseball Classic, former Chicago Cubs infielder Jon Berti is seeing renewed interest.
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White Sox Release Four Players
2:27pm: Sims triggered an opt-out in his minor league contract and was granted his release, MLBTR has learned. 1:22pm: The White Sox have trimmed four more from their spring roster, per the team. Chicago announced that left-hander Ryan Borucki, first baseman/outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr., and right-handers Austin Voth and Lucas Sims have all been released. […]