The time for hibernation is ending and soon it will be serious business in Arizona. Some players, notably Nico Hoerner, are already in camp. The fires have been banked, but we are told the flames are ready to be fanned
and that we’ll see that post-season-ready buzz in short order.
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- Meghan Montemurro (Chicago Tribune* {$}): 3 Chicago Cubs storylines to watch in spring training, including how they will optimize their bench. “With Cubs camp soon getting underway, here are three storylines to watch.“
- Jordan Bastian (MLB.com*): These are the storylines that will dominate Cubs camp. “You want to go through that month and have a blast,” manager Craig Counsell said.
- Brett Taylor (Bleacher Nation*): The Chicago Cubs defense once again projects to be outstanding. “Defense was critical to the 2026 championship run…”
- Kyle Odegard (RG.org*): Alex Bregman: “100 Percent” ready to take on Dodgers with Cubs. “One of the things that is so fun is playing October baseball. I feel like that’s why we play the game. I want to play October baseball at Wrigley.”
- Tom Gatto (North Side Baseball*): Cubs non-roster invitees with best chance to make the team. “The Cubs have brought in number of veterans to compete for the few roster spots that are available on Opening Day.”
- Joe Trezza (MLB.com*): These prospects have the best tools in the Cubs’ farm system. “… prospects flashing loud tools that should give them a chance to impact games at the highest level.”
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