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MLB Pipeline set to reveal 2026 top 100 prospects
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MLB Pipeline will unveil its 2026 Top 100 Prospects list on January 23 at 8 p.m. ET during a one-hour show on MLB Network and MLB.com. The rankings highlight young talents expected to shape Major League Baseball, with outfielders featuring prominently among the elite. Baseball America has already released its version, placing two Chicago Cubs prospects in the top 100.
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell discussed significant changes to the team's bullpen during the mid-January Cubs Convention. The unit has undergone the most turnover compared to other areas of the roster. Updates also highlight promising prospects and farm system rankings.
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Chicago Cubs prospect Moisés Ballesteros is expected to take on a significant role in 2026 after impressing in limited major league action last season. The 22-year-old catcher, now the team's top prospect, offers versatility as a designated hitter and backup catcher. Manager Craig Counsell praised his bat and potential impact on the lineup.
The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-handed pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins in exchange for outfielder Owen Caissie and infield prospects Cristian Hernandez and Edgardo De Leon. This move bolsters Chicago's rotation with a promising starter under team control through 2028. For Miami, the deal adds much-needed offensive talent to their prospect system.
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As the 2026 MLB season approaches, the Chicago Cubs remain focused on adding an impact bat and a starting pitcher, despite modest spending so far. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has emphasized deliberate moves, but fans await a significant splash before the Cubs Convention. Rumors link the team to free agents like Alex Bregman and Zac Gallen amid budget constraints.
The Chicago Cubs have signed first baseman Tyler Austin to a one-year deal worth $1.25 million, the team announced on Thursday. The 34-year-old veteran brings power potential from his time in Major League Baseball and a successful stint in Japan. This move aims to bolster the Cubs' lineup amid other offseason changes.
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The Chicago Cubs are reportedly considering a move for veteran third baseman Eugenio Suárez in free agency ahead of the deadline. The power-hitting star from the Cincinnati Reds could bolster their infield for the 2026 season. This potential signing raises questions about prospect Matt Shaw's role.
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