The Orioles have reportedly revisited trade talks with the Cubs about outfielder Felix Pie, and could end up as the third team in a deal that would send Jake Peavy to Chicago.

Raul Ibanez remains high on the list of at least three playoff-caliber teams, with the Cubs, Phillies, and Mets each talking to his agent this week.

In regards to the Jake Peavy trade talks, the Padres absolutely believe Cubs' GM Jim Hendry can make this a three-way trade to get the Padres the pitching they need in addition to third base prospect Josh Vitters.

Cubs' manager Lou Piniella has confirmed that the team is no longer pursuing Padres pitcher Jake Peavy.

Rumors of the Cubs trading for Kansas City's Mark Teahen have surfaced once again.

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Cubs' manager Lou Piniella hasn't spoken to his team since the team lost to the Dodgers in the playoffs seven weeks ago.

The Mets continue to maintain communication with free agent Raul Ibañez, but they'll face competition.

The Chicago Cubs are targeting Royals outfielder Mark Teahen as a possible solution to their need for a left-handed hitting outfielder.

Former Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe is trying to convince Padres' pitcher Jake Peavy to approve a possible trade to the Cubs.

The Yankees have decided to offer outfielder Bobby Abreu arbitration, people familiar with their thinking tell SI.

The Cubs and free agent pitcher Ryan Dempster have reached agreement on a multi-year contract, which is expected to be signed Tuesday, according to multiple sources.

The Jake Peavy trade derby is now down to one viable team, according to GM Kevin Towers.

The Chicago Cubs are close to re-signing free-agent right-hander Ryan Dempster to a four-year contract, according to major-league sources.

The Cubs are reportedly interested in signing free agent pitcher Randy Johnson to a one-year deal.

Kerry Wood has called his departure from the Cubs 'bittersweet' as he prepares to leave the only team he has ever pitched for.

The chances of Ryan Dempster re-signing with the Cubs seemed to disappear as the chances of a trade for Jake Peavy increased, which could leave Chicago with addition money this offseason.

After acquiring a potential closer in Florida's Kevin Gregg on Thursday morning, GM Jim Hendry announced the Cubs would not try to re-sign Kerry Wood.

The Cubs have acquired Marlins reliever Kevin Gregg, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney on Thursday.

Joe Maddon has won the American League Manager of the Year after guiding the Rays from baseball’s basement to the World Series, according to an Associated Press report.

Just two days before team's exclusive negotiating rights with their free agents end, a trio of Cubs are expected to at least test the waters.

The Braves and Padres are making strides in trade talks involving Jake Peavy, but at the same time, the Cubs have gotten in on the action, as well.

If the Cubs decide to pursue pitcher Jake Peavy, they could end up missing out on re-signing Kerry Wood and Ryan Dempster.

Cubs' catcher Geovany Soto was rewarded for his big season Monday as he was named the NL Rookie of the Year,according to a report by Yahoo.

Cubs' catcher Geovany Soto is considered by many to be the front runner to take home the National League's Rookie of the Year award.

Mark Cuban has long been a player to purchase the Chicago Cubs, but that now seems unlikely.

The Cubs are now in the forefront of the Jake Peavy trade discussion, though the Padres are continuing to talk with the Braves in hopes of a better package, sources told Yahoo! Sports on Thursday night.

The Cubs may not be able to spend millions of dollars in free agency this winter due to the possible sale of the team.

The Chicago Cubs declined the $3 million option on the contract of backup catcher Henry Blanco on Friday.

The free agent pool increased on Friday as 42 more players filed for free agency, including a number of notable pitchers.