Cubs Minor League & Prospect News Archives

Evan AltmanAugust 8, 2016

Cubs Prospect/Rapper John Williamson Creates Awesome Hype Video for Original Song ‘All the Way Up’

John Williamson was a good enough college pitcher for the Cubs to take him in the 23rd round of the…

Todd JohnsonAugust 7, 2016

The Cubs haven’t had much success developing pitchers they’ve drafted, but two young players who could change that futility in…

Jon FerliseAugust 5, 2016

On July 29, the Chicago Cubs optioned Tommy La Stella to the Iowa Cubs to make room on the roster…

Todd JohnsonAugust 4, 2016

Five months ago, Teddy Eley and I profiled all the Cubs affiliates for the 2016 season. Teddy did a wonderful…

Jon FerliseAugust 3, 2016

We’ve just learned that Jason Hammel, who pitched an extraordinary outing last night, is being placed on the bereavement list…

Jon FerliseAugust 2, 2016

I have to admit, I’m pretty happy about being able to use the word “yo-yo” in a title. Although, I’m…

Jon FerliseAugust 1, 2016

The Chicago Cubs have reportedly made a trade with the Anaheim Angels for right-handed reliever Joe Smith (32). Joe Smith…

Todd JohnsonJuly 31, 2016

Rain delays often make for the best conversations. I was lucky to be privy to one such occasion Saturday night,…

Jon FerliseJuly 31, 2016

Brian Matusz, who the Cubs picked up on a minor league deal on June 14, has been added to the…

Evan AltmanJuly 30, 2016

When word broke that Brian Matusz had been scratched from Friday’s scheduled start in Iowa, the initial reaction was that…