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Cubs reduce spring roster to 42 players

March 17, 2024

MESA – The Chicago Cubs today reduced the spring roster from 47 to 42 players. Right-handed pitcher Keegan Thompson and infielder Matt Mervis have been optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Three non-roster invitees have been assigned to minor league camp: right-handed pitcher Cam Sanders, catcher Bryce Windham and infielder Chase Strumpf.

Chicago Cubs add AAPI Heritage Celebration to 2024 promotional calendar

Event joins annual Pride and Hispanic and Latino Heritage celebration
March 12, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs will host a new ballpark celebration during the 2024 regular season in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage in May. This new ballpark celebration will join the annual Pride Celebration in June and the Hispanic and Latino Heritage Celebration in September. “Our

Cubs reduce spring roster to 47 players

March 9, 2024

MESA – The Chicago Cubs today reduced the spring roster from 50 to 47 players. Three non-roster invitees have been assigned to minor league camp: right-handed pitchers Chris Clarke and Sam McWilliams and left-handed pitcher Brad Wieck. Chicago’s spring roster of 47 players consists of 24 pitchers (which includes 6

Upper Deck Golf returns to Wrigley Field this May

Three-day experience allows fans to play a round of golf inside the Friendly Confines
March 6, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs are bringing the hit golf experience, Upper Deck Golf, back to Wrigley Field this May following a successful first year. The three-day experience will take place from Friday, May 10, through Sunday, May 12, giving fans the opportunity to play a round of golf inside

Cubs agree to terms with outfielder Cody Bellinger

February 27, 2024

MESA, Ariz. – The Chicago Cubs today have agreed to terms with outfielder Cody Bellinger on a three-year major league contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The 40-man roster now stands at 40. The Cubs will hold an introductory press conference Wednesday, February 28, at 12 p.m. local

Chicago cubs add new Heritage Cap Series to 2024 promotional calendar

February 20, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs are expanding the 2024 promotional calendar for the upcoming regular season to include a new cap series that honors and recognizes the culture and diversity of individuals from seven different cultures, including Caribbean, Greek, Irish, Italian, Mexican, Polish and Puerto Rican heritage. “This year, we

Chicago Cubs and Marquee Sports Network celebrate Black History Month with pop-up art exhibit at Gallagher Way

February 15, 2024

CHICAGO – In honor of Black History Month, the Chicago Cubs and Marquee Sports Network are proud to partner with The Kulture Museum and Mogul Nation Purpose Academy (Mogul Nation) on a pop-up art exhibit at Gallagher Way which will display incredible works of art created by young program participants

Chicago Cubs launch presale access opportunity for single game tickets today

Cubs single game tickets go on sale February 23
February 12, 2024

CHICAGO – Starting today, February 12, through Monday, February 19, Chicago Cubs fans can register for the opportunity to purchase single game tickets to regular season home games prior to the general on-sale Friday, February 23. The Cubs home opener is set for Monday, April 1, against the Colorado Rockies.

Cubs invite 19 non-roster players to Major League Spring Training

February 9, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs have invited the following 19 non-roster players to major league Spring Training, which begins Wednesday, February 14 when pitchers and catchers have their first formal workout at the club’s Nike Performance Center in Mesa, Ariz. The team’s first full-squad workout will take place Monday, February

Chicago Cubs announce 2024 promotional calendar for upcoming season

February 8, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced the 2024 promotional calendar for the upcoming regular season, featuring over 50 promotional items, four ballpark celebrations and events, nearly 30 Special Ticket Offers and more. Fans can take advantage of some of these offers and special events when single game tickets go

Cubs announce Minor League coordinators

February 5, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced their minor league coordinators for the 2024 season. Kevin Graber enters his second season with the Cubs as minor league field coordinator while also serving as the baserunning coordinator for the first time. He was previously as a part-time associate scout with the

Cubs announce 2024 Minor League coaching staffs

February 5, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced their minor league managers and coaching staffs for the 2024 season. A detailed list of each club’s managers and coaching staffs are included on the following page. The Cubs minor league clubs include Triple-A Iowa, Double-A Tennessee, High-A South Bend, Low-A Myrtle Beach,

Cubs mourn passing of Tom “Otis” Hellmann

February 1, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs mourn the passing of longtime clubhouse manager and loving husband and father Tom “Otis” Hellmann who passed away last night. Tom was part of the Cubs organization for the last 41 seasons, joining Chicago in 1983, where he ran the visiting clubhouse at Wrigley Field.

Cubs agree to terms with right-handed pitcher Héctor Neris

February 1, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today have agreed to terms with right-handed pitcher Héctor Neris on a one-year major league contract with a club option for 2025. To make room for Neris on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher Michael Rucker was designated for assignment. Terms of the deal were not

Cubs name John Steinmiller Senior Director of Media Relations

January 29, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced John Steinmiller has been named the senior director of media relations for the club. Steinmiller has nearly 20 years of experience in sports communications including the last eight years in the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks media relations department, serving as director since July 2017.

Cubs Acquire INF Michael Busch and RHP Yency Almonte from Los Angeles Dodgers

January 11, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today acquired infielder Michael Busch and right-handed pitcher Yency Almonte from the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league left-handed pitcher Jackson Ferris and minor league outfielder Zyhir Hope. To make room on the 40-man roster, catcher Brian Serven has been designated for assignment. Busch, 26,

Chicago Cubs 8-game ticket packs go on sale today

January 11, 2024

CHICAGO – Save your seat to some of the most coveted games of the 2024 regular season today with the purchase of the Cubs 8-game ticket packs. “With the Yankees, Dodgers and Blue Jays coming to town in 2024, we expect tickets to go quickly this season,” said Cubs Senior

Cubs agree to terms with left-handed pitcher Shōta Imanaga

January 11, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today have agreed to terms with left-handed pitcher Shōta Imanaga on a four-year major league contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Imanaga, 30, joins the Cubs following eight seasons with the Yokohama Bay Stars of the Japan Central League in which he posted

Cubs announce promotions in baseball operations

January 8, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced baseball operations promotions and new hires heading into the 2024 season. Jared Banner has been promoted to Assistant General Manager after he was named Vice President, Player Development in 2022. He joined the Cubs in December of 2020 as Vice President, Special Projects

Cubs claim C Brian Serven off waivers

January 5, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today claimed catcher Brian Serven off waivers from the Colorado Rockies. The Cubs 40-man roster now stands at 38. Serven, 28, has batted .240 (315-for-1,314) with 75 doubles, six triples, 49 homers, 180 RBI and a .310 OBP in seven minor league seasons with Colorado.

Cubs announce 2024 Major League coaching staff

January 2, 2024

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced Craig Counsell’s major league coaching staff for the 2024 campaign. Ryan Flaherty has been named bench coach, Darren Holmes as bullpen coach, Mark Strittmatter as major league field coordinator and John Mallee as assistant hitting coach. Ten coaches are returning from the 2023

Chicago Cubs release programming lineup for 2024 Cubs Convention

Youth clinic and archive display rooms return for a second year; weekend passes and hotel packages are available for purchase
December 18, 2023

CHICAGO – One month to go, Cubs fans! The 37th Annual Cubs Convention returns January 12-14, 2024, to the Sheraton Grand Chicago. Join fellow Cubs fans for an action-packed weekend filled with fan-favorite activities including autograph sessions with Cubs legends, players and coaches, engaging panel discussions, interactive exhibits including the

Cubs moves for November 17

November 17, 2023

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today announced the following roster moves for Friday, November 17, in conjunction with today’s deadline to tender/non-tender 2024 contracts for unsigned players on their 40-man roster. The Cubs have agreed to terms on a 2024 contract with Patrick Wisdom, thus avoiding salary arbitration with him.

Cubs moves for November 14

November 14, 2023

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today selected the contracts of left-handed pitcher Bailey Horn from Triple-A Iowa, right-handed pitcher Porter Hodge from Double-A Tennessee and right-handed pitcher Michael Arias from High-A South Bend. The Cubs 40-man roster now stands at 40 players. Horn, 25, last season pitched to a 7-3

Cubs name Craig Counsell manager

November 13, 2023

CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today will introduce Craig Counsell as the 56th manager in franchise history, having signed a five-year contract through the 2028 season. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Counsell, 53, joins the Cubs following nine seasons (eight full campaigns) as the Milwaukee Brewers manager starting