While the MLB hot stove has been relatively quiet over the holidays, it has already started picking up steam in the new year. This began when Tatsuya Imai sign

The New York Post's Jon Heyman reported this week that the Cubs are taking trade calls on second baseman Nico Hoerner. A trade was previously suggested by MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, so it's not out of the blue.

The Cubs have checked in on free agent Bo Bichette, with Nico Hoerner trade chatter and 2026 infield contingency plans in play.

The Chicago Cubs are in prime position to land one of baseball's elite free agents ahead of his posting deadline.

The New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs have reportedly "checked on" free agent infielder Bo Bichette during the free agency period, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

The Cubs have added a veteran reliever with a 3.11 ERA, signing him to a one-year, $7.5 million deal to improve their bullpen.

The Boston Red Sox should be able to win the bidding war for Alex Bregman over the Chicago Cubs and Detroit Tigers.

As infielder Bo Bichette looks for his next team in free agency, the Yankees, Dodgers and Cubs are all showing interest.