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Al Yellon

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November 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Here's a fun one from the Joe Maddon years. #Cubs #MLB

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Cubs historical sleuthing: Joe Maddon edition

This one is from not too long ago.

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November 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Good morning! Here's your Friday selection of #MLB news and notes, by BCB's Ashley MacLennan.

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MLB News: Dylan Cease, Sonny Gray, free agent market, World Baseball Classic

This deal will set the tone of the offseason.

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November 28, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Good morning! Here's your #Thanksgiving Day selection of #Cubs news and notes, by BCB's Duane Pesice. #MLB

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Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Cease, Maton

Cub Tracks - Your #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news.

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November 27, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

There were many memorable #Cubs games in 2016, but for the regular season, this might top all of them. #MLB

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Cubs walkoff heroes: Jon Lester, July 31, 2016

A weird way to end a weird game.

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November 26, 2025 at 9:53 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

The #Cubs outfielder was a National League All-Star in 1961 and 1962. #MLB

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Former Cub George Altman has passed away

Your best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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November 26, 2025 at 7:12 PM

Al Yellon

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The #Cubs looked into trading for this lefty at the deadline this past season. #MLB

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Cubs trade target: MacKenzie Gore

How about dealing for this left-hander?

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November 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Some young #Cubs got an early Christmas gift of cash. #MLB

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Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cade Horton, Michael Busch get awards from the pre-arb bonus pool

Congratulations to these three Cubs, as well as all the other players in the pool.

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November 26, 2025 at 3:03 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Good morning! Here's your Wednesday selection of #MLB news and notes, by BCB's Josh Timmers.

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MLB News Outside The Confines: Red Sox acquire Sonny Gray from Cardinals

The Cardinals trade Sonny Gray to the Red Sox. Japanese players are coming to MLB. And other news from baseball.

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November 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

The #Cubs will need a "break glass in case of emergency" catcher in 2026. BCB's Sara Sanchez examines some possibilities. #MLB

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The Short Porch is looking at the Cubs catching depth

The Cubs non-tendered Reese McGuire, so where will they look for catching help?

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November 25, 2025 at 9:33 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

This make-up of a previously rained-out game ended suddenly. #Cubs #MLB

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Cubs walkoff heroes: Chris Denorfia, Sept. 28, 2015

This walk-off was, and remains, unique in MLB history.

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November 25, 2025 at 7:38 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Instead of a free agent starter, maybe the #Cubs could trade for one. #MLB

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Cubs trade target: Joe Ryan

Here’s a right-hander who could help the Cubs.

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November 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Good norning! Here's your Tuesday selection of #Cubs news and notes, by BCB's Duane Pesice. #MLB

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Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Horton, Jonathon Long

Cub Tracks - Your #1 source for #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news.

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November 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

The #Cubs have named their Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year for 2025. Details from BCB's Josh Timmers. #MLB #MiLB

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Cubs News: Jonathon Long, Jostin Florentino named Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year

The Cubs honored two of their best minor league prospects.

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November 24, 2025 at 10:37 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

BCB's Sara Sanchez says the #Cubs signing of Phil Maton could be a really good under-the-radar improvement for the bullpen. #MLB

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The Phil Maton signing by the numbers

The Cubs signed the righty to a two-year deal on Friday

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November 24, 2025 at 8:36 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

John Baker will always be beloved in #Cubs history for this game. #MLB

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Cubs walkoff heroes: John Baker, July 29, 2014

This became one of the most memorable games in Cubs history.

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November 24, 2025 at 7:57 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Here's how the #Cubs shape up for 2026, at least as of now. #MLB

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A very early look at the 2026 Cubs roster, payroll and luxury tax

How does the team stand payroll-wise as we get deeper into free-agent season?

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November 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Good morning! Here's your Monday selection of #MLB news and notes, by BCB's Ashley MacLennan.

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MLB News: WPBL, Marcus Semien, Brandon Nimmo, Tarik Skubal, Barry Bonds

The hot stove is simmering.

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November 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

Happy birthday, Dave Hansen, and other #Cubs and #MLB history notes for today, by BCB's Duane Pesice.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked, November 24 — Joe Tinker, Bob Kennedy, Jeimer Candelario

A Chicago Cubs-centric M-W-F digest, with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content.

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November 24, 2025 at 12:37 PM

Al Yellon

@bleedcubbieblue.bsky.social

This is a really good view of the ballyard with the bleachers completely full, before CF was blocked off. #Cubs #MLB

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