https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/page/19/?d=1News: Newsenhttps://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-2026-top-20-prospects-no-8-kane-kepley-r6788/We continue our look at the Chicago Cubs' top 20 prospects today, with our eighth-ranked prospect, outfielder Kane Kepley. For a quick refresher, make sure you check out our other articles in the series: Prospects #20-16 Prospects #15-11 Prospect #10 - James Triantos...6788Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:14:01 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-2026-top-20-prospects-no-8-kane-kepley-r6715/We continue our look at the Chicago Cubs' top 20 prospects today, with our eighth-ranked prospect, outfielder Kane Kepley. For a quick refresher, make sure you check out our other articles in the series: Prospects #20-16 Prospects #15-11 Prospect #10 - James Triantos...6715Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:14:01 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/cubs-top-spring-breakout-prospects-to-watch-r6680/The Chicago Cubs have released their 40-man Spring Breakout Roster pool. Here are four different players to watch for as factors in a showcase that highlights the future of America's pastime. Cubs top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins has been impressing early with his 70-grade fastball and wipeou...6680Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:46:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/marquees-shortcomings-have-put-a-damper-on-cubs-spring-training-r6676/As of this writing, the Chicago Cubs have played 13 spring training games so far, including one exhibition against Team Italy in their tune up for the World Baseball Classic. We knew from the beginning of the year that Marquee Sports Network, whose main function is to show Cubs games and content...6676Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:08:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/cubs-spring-training-news-roundup-wbc-stars-shine-happs-free-agency-thoughts-from-ballesteros-r6664/While the progress continues for the Chicago Cubs at their Arizona home, the much-anticipated World Baseball Classic is off and running in Tokyo, Japan. Last season, a different-look Cubs squad commenced their regular season in the same venue opposite the vaunted Los Angeles Dodgers. The Tokyo D...6664Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:23:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/jaxon-wigginss-developmental-checklist-is-on-full-display-r6646/In his two innings of work Wednesday against the Brewers in Maryvale, Jaxon Wiggins looked like a big-leaguer with front-of-the-rotation upside. He allowed just one baserunner (a walk) and struck out two. His fastball sat at 98 miles per hour and nearly touched 100. His hard slider (or cutter, d...6646Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:32:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/cubs-announce-2026-spring-breakout-roster-prospects-to-watch-in-matchup-with-padres-r6789/The Chicago Cubs have done their part in the grand reveal of their 2026 Spring Breakout Pool. Chicago has had players like NL Rookie of the Year candidate Cade Horton and Pete Crow-Armstrong on this squad in the past. The purpose of the Spring Breakout Series is to highlight each team’s top...6789Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:24:40 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/cubs-announce-2026-spring-breakout-roster-prospects-to-watch-in-matchup-with-padres-r6637/The Chicago Cubs have done their part in the grand reveal of their 2026 Spring Breakout Pool. Chicago has had players like NL Rookie of the Year candidate Cade Horton and Pete Crow-Armstrong on this squad in the past. The purpose of the Spring Breakout Series is to highlight each team’s top...6637Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:24:40 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/episode-44-jameson-taillon-shota-imanaga-what-to-make-of-cubs-spring-training-r6633/Spring training is off and running! What do we make of individual performances and tweaks so far with the Cubs roster? How much does it matter at this point? Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-north-side-baseball-podcast/id1798599313  Listen on Spotify:...6633Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:17:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/north-side-baseballs-community-awards-2025-2026-offseason-r6627/Hello again, Cubs fans! Twice a year, we sit down and find the most popular posts and blogs on North Side Baseball, and their creators receive prizes for their contributions to this community. The Cubs had a wild offseason. In an attempt to win the National League Central, they signed Alex Bregm...6627Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:12:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-2026-top-20-prospects-9-josiah-hartshorn-r6614/We continue our look at the Chicago Cubs' top 20 prospects today, with our ninth-ranked prospect, outfielder Josiah Hartshorn. For a quick refresher, make sure you check out our other articles in the series: Prospects #20-16 Prospects #15-11 Prospect #10 - James Triantos...6614Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:31:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/matt-shaws-audition-in-center-field-could-shape-cubs-bench-decision-r6595/With both Tyler Austin and Jonathon Long dealing with injuries, non-roster invitee Chas McCormick has gained an inside track on an Opening Day role with the Cubs. McCormick, 30, is a seasoned veteran with ample experience in center field, and he bats right-handed, so he can (at least theoretical...6595Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:06:02 +0000