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Busch has three years of team control left. Should the Cubs consider an extension? #cubs #chicago

As the offseason prepares to kick off, what is the State of the Union in the Cub's bullpen? Will it be a strength or a weakness of the 2027 club? #cubs #chicago

As Cubs Consider Buying Low on a Bat, These 5 Names Stand Out #cubs #chicago

Popular Topic: I don't have much to say that hasn't been said. That was just a lifeless showing over two days by the Cubs. Thank you all for another great season that deserved a better ending. We hope you enjoyed our coverage at NSBB throughout the year -- it's our favorite… #Cubs #MLB #Baseball

The Cubs have a lot of work to do on their lineup as they look toward 2027, but much of their money and prospect capital will need to be spent on pitching. That could leave them shopping for bats in the bargain bin. #cubs #chicago

Our free agents ranking is up to 75 names, all with stats, profiles, and more!

How Alex Bregman's Arrival Brought Dansby Swanson Back to the Shortstop Upper Crust—For Now #cubs #chicago

It's all about communication. It's all about trust. It's all about one extra step, and in 2026, the Cubs' infield had all those things going for them. Now, a challenge: do all that again in 2027. #cubs #chicago

Popular Topic: Braves just hit a 3-run bomb to take the lead in the 8th. Also, it's horsefeathers embarrassing how many empty seats there are in Atlanta #MLB #Braves #Baseball

The Cubs have decisions to make regarding their outfield, with both of Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ set to become free agents. There's no obvious, easy way forward, so which path should they take? #cubs #chicago

A little over halfway through the Arizona Fall League, how are the Cubs prospects faring? #cubs #chicago

From the Salt River Rafters: first baseman, Jack O’Dowd (Colorado Rockies), and second baseman, Kyle DeBarge (Minnesota Twins) were among this week’s top hitters. From the Peoria Javelinas it was outfielder Yerlin Confidan (Cincinnati Reds), and outfielder Tai Peete (St. Louis… #cubs #chicago

It Might Not Feel Like It, But the 2026 Cubs Had a Good Season #cubs #chicago

Here is some of the latest Cubs analysis and history from around the internet. The roundup covers Cubs prospect Owen Ayers' rise, a potential CJ Abrams trade, historical disappointments, and Hunter Harvey's underwhelming 2026 season. From High-A to Wrigley: A Cubs prospect's… #cubs #chicago

Perception became the North Siders' reality this year. Expectations drove a narrative that flipped the Cubs' 2026 campaign into a failure in the minds of many fans. A closer look reveals it wasn't one. #cubs #chicago

Ed Hand has brought his annual top free agent rankings to DiamondCentric for the first time! #cubs #chicago

It’s time to take a moment and thank all the users who made North Side Baseball great over the 2026 MLB season. #cubs #chicago

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman and Cubs' Team Defense Win Fielding Bible Awards #cubs #chicago

The first major awards honoring the best performers of 2026 were handed out Thursday afternoon. The Cubs, predictably, racked up substantial hardware. #cubs #chicago

Here is some of the latest Cubs analysis from around the internet. The roundup covers Cubs prospects like Dominick Reid, pitching priorities, Jacob Webb's contract decision, Seiya Suzuki's re-signing potential, and evaluations of Shōta Imanaga and Webb's inconsistent performances.… #cubs #chicago

Teruaki Sato is Headed West. Does he make sense for one of the Chicago Cubs' outfield openings? #cubs #chicago

NPB's Hanshin Tigers will post standout slugger Teruaki Sato this winter. Would he make sense for a Cubs team in need of a new corner outfielder? #cubs #chicago

Three Cubs Prospects Who Will Be Prime Trade Chips This Offseason #cubs #chicago

The Cubs have their sights set on competing again in 2027, and their farm system could help them get there. These three prospects could be valuable pieces in a deal for proven talent. #cubs #chicago

Cubs Don't Need to React Harshly to Nico Hoerner's Ugly 2026 Season #cubs #chicago

The Cubs have more work to do this offseason. Could these prospects be put on the market to bring back MLB talent? #cubs #chicago

Milwaukee is the smallest media market and the smallest metropolitan area, by population, of any that hosts a major-league team. Tampa Bay is much larger, but the Rays have arguably baseball's smallest fan base. Does that make this a nightmare matchup for the sport's biggest stage? #cubs #chicago

The Cubs extended their homegrown second baseman ahead of the season for six years. Then, he seemingly struggled in 2026. Is this a sign of things to come? Or was bad luck to blame? #cubs #chicago

In the age of ABS, you can't nibble and dot your way to glory on the mound. The Cubs need much better raw stuff than they had in 2026. Let's consider some potential sources thereof. #cubs #chicago

In the age of ABS, you can't nibble and dot your way to glory on the mound. The Cubs need much better raw stuff than they had in 2026. Let's consider some potential sources thereof. #cubs #chicago

A number of Cubs prospects starred for the Mesa Solar Sox in the second week of the Arizona Fall League, including one making his professional debut. #cubs #chicago

Zion Rose (Royals) looks like he could be a fast riser, as the 2026 draft pick is destroying AFL pitching. #cubs #chicago

Why Josiah Hartshorn is Now Cubs' Top Prospect, and What He Still Needs to Work On #cubs #chicago

Josiah Hartshorn's first full season in professional baseball deserves another look. After a dominant 2026 season, he’s gone from a mid-round draft pick to the organization’s top prospect, with an exciting future ahead. #cubs #chicago

Here is some of the latest Cubs analysis and history from around the internet. The roundup covers the first MLB game in Houston, Kris Bryant's uncertain future, the 25 greatest one-year wonders in Cubs history, and Tyrone Taylor's 2026 performance. Cubs historical sleuthing: The… #cubs #chicago

Did Ryan Rolison Do Enough for a Higher-Leverage Look in 2027? #cubs #chicago

As injuries mounted in the Cubs' 2026 bullpen, Ryan Rolison took on an increased role. Did he do enough to not only make it permanent, but become even more important in 2027? #cubs #chicago

Edward Cabrera's Rocky Debut Season Leaves Cubs With More Questions Than Answers #cubs #chicago

The Cubs traded for the injury-prone power pitcher with control issues. Lo and behold, both of those problems came back to bite them in 2026. #cubs #chicago

Seiya Suzuki's All-Around Brilliance Will Force the Cubs to Put Their Money Where Their Mouth Is #cubs #chicago

ICYMI: Pedro Ramírez had his share of ups and downs during his rookie campaign, but the young infielder showed plenty of reasons for optimism. If he can build on his contact skills and unlock more power, there's another level to his game. #cubs #chicago

In what may have been his final season as a member of the Chicago Cubs, Seiya Suzuki saved his best performance for last. #cubs #chicago

Ramirez impressed in his debut season, but there's still a lot of untapped potential to be found. #cubs #chicago

Ian Happ's Skill Set Was More Itself Than Ever in 2026, for Better and Worse #cubs #chicago

Hot takes and loudmouths not included: this week's busiest Cubs threads. #cubs #chicago

Kaima Taima will probably be posted this winter. Should the Cubs consider the reigning ERA champion of Japan in their search for pitching help? #cubs #chicago

Wherever one lands on the Ian Happ narrative spectrum, there's no debating this point: Happ had a season very much in line with that narrative in what could be his final year with the Cubs. #cubs #chicago

Javier Assad Remains the Cubs' Ultimate Swiss Army Knife #cubs #chicago

How would you summarize the season for the Chicago Cubs? #cubs #chicago

Here is some of the latest Cubs analysis and history from around the internet. The roundup covers 2026 Cubs prospects like Pedro Ramírez and Josiah Hartshorn, the Steve Bartman game, Pete Crow-Armstrong's 40-40 season, NLCS team contrasts, Casey Mize's contract issues, and Clay… #cubs #chicago