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chicagotribune.com > 01/17/2026 > photos-2026-cubs-convention

Photos: 2026 Cubs Convention

Photos: 2026 Cubs Convention2+ hour, 17+ min ago   (33+ words) New Chicago Cubs player Alex Bregman is introduced during day 1 of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune) More in Chicago Cubs...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/17/2026 > chicago-white-sox-offseason-jarred-kelenic

Chicago White Sox progress report: Taking a closer look at some offseason additions — and areas to address

Chicago White Sox progress report: Taking a closer look at some offseason additions — and areas to address11+ hour, 57+ min ago   (763+ words) Whether it was squaring off against the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs or Milwaukee Brewers, outfielder Jarred Kelenic always enjoyed returning to places close to home. "I grew up in that area, until I was 18, and I was in Chicago…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/16/2026 > chicago-cubs-jon-lester-jody-davis-hall-of-fame

Chicago Cubs to induct Jon Lester, Jody Davis and Vince Lloyd into Hall of Fame: ‘It really hasn’t sunk in yet’

Chicago Cubs to induct Jon Lester, Jody Davis and Vince Lloyd into Hall of Fame: ‘It really hasn’t sunk in yet’1+ day, 13+ min ago   (475+ words) Two of the most beloved teams in franchise history will have key contributors honored this summer for inclusion in the Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame. Lester, part of the 10-year reunion celebration for the 2016 World Series title team this weekend,…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/16/2026 > chicago-cubs-edward-cabrera-convention

Edward Cabrera brings high upside to Chicago Cubs — with some risk: ‘He’s going to help us win ballgames’

Edward Cabrera brings high upside to Chicago Cubs — with some risk: ‘He’s going to help us win ballgames’1+ day, 3+ hour ago   (461+ words) Edward Cabrera knows his new in-season home might require a little adjustment from what he's used to in the majors. Cabrera, acquired from the Miami Marlins earlier this month, had his first chance to meet his new teammates and coaches…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/16/2026 > chicago-cubs-convention-jed-hoyer-alex-bregman

Column: Something old, something new and a whole lot of blue at the Chicago Cubs Convention

Column: Something old, something new and a whole lot of blue at the Chicago Cubs Convention1+ day, 4+ hour ago   (975+ words) The Chicago Cubs Convention is a celebration of the past, present and future, and seldom has that been more evident than this weekend's party at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. The 2016 Cubs convened on the 10-year anniversary of their championship season,…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/15/2026 > chicago-white-sox-international-signings

Chicago White Sox agree to terms with 18 players — including 9 pitchers — to open international signing period

Chicago White Sox agree to terms with 18 players — including 9 pitchers — to open international signing period1+ day, 23+ hour ago   (535+ words) Fernando Graterol is a catcher by trade. "But he's more athletic than most catchers," said Chicago White Sox special assistant to the general manager David Keller, who oversees international scouting. "We're talking about a guy who runs a 6.8 60 (yard dash)....

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chicagotribune.com > 01/15/2026 > kyle-tucker-los-angeles-dodgers-signing

Kyle Tucker agrees to a 4-year, $240M contract with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers

Kyle Tucker agrees to a 4-year, $240M contract with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers2+ day, 1+ hour ago   (402+ words) Kyle Tucker has agreed to a four-year, $240 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to a person familiar with the deal, bolstering the franchise's chance for a third consecutive World Series championship. Tucker's $60 million average-annual value would be the…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/15/2026 > alex-bregman-chicago-cubs-jed-hoyer

How star third baseman Alex Bregman landed in Chicago: ‘We knew the Cubs wanted our family to be here’

How star third baseman Alex Bregman landed in Chicago: ‘We knew the Cubs wanted our family to be here’2+ day, 5+ hour ago   (428+ words) Alex Bregman pulled on his crisp, pinstriped Chicago Cubs jersey, flashing a new number for the first time in his decade-long big-league career. Bregman did not bother asking teammate Nico Hoerner if he could get the No. 2 the Cubs second…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/15/2026 > alex-bregman-chicago-cubs-wonderland

Column: Long, strange free-agent trip for new Chicago Cub Alex Bregman — and Scott Boras — ends in Wonderland

Column: Long, strange free-agent trip for new Chicago Cub Alex Bregman — and Scott Boras — ends in Wonderland2+ day, 8+ hour ago   (870+ words) Alex Bregman's five-year, $175 million deal will go down as one of the biggest contracts in Chicago Cubs history. The way it went down will be remembered for how it was announced. Talks began almost as soon as the offseason began…...

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chicagotribune.com > 01/15/2026 > clayton-kershaw-world-baseball-classic

Clayton Kershaw isn’t quite done pitching — he’ll play for the US in the World Baseball Classic

Clayton Kershaw isn’t quite done pitching — he’ll play for the US in the World Baseball Classic2+ day, 10+ hour ago   (229+ words) CARY, N.C. " Clayton Kershaw isn't done pitching just yet, agreeing Thursday to join the U.S. team for this year's World Baseball Classic. The left-hander, who turns 38 two days after the March 17 WBC championship game, announced in September that he was retiring at…...