Tag: Chicago Cubs
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2026 MLB Predictions: Dodgers’ ‘Next Dynasty’, Forced Skubal Trade, and More
The 2026 MLB season will begin on Wednesday with a matchup between the New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants, followed by a full-game slate on Thursday, which means this is the perfect time to address our final MLB predictions for the campaign. Here’s our full list of potential winners for the 2026 MLB…
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NL Central Predictions Project Chicago Cubs to Dethrone Milwaukee Brewers
The 2026 MLB season is just around the corner, so it is time to predict what will happen throughout the course of a grueling 162-game season. Why the Chicago Cubs Will Win the NL Central Division The Chicago Cubs were in a strong position to win the division in 2025, but the offense suffered an…
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3 Fantasy Predictions for the NL Central: Elly De La Cruz, Cade Horton, and Why the Cardinals Won’t Have a Top 100 Player
Just like any other division in fantasy baseball, the NL Central is going to have implications in the performance of some players, so this is a good time to look at some fantasy predictions that will come out of the NL Central in the 2026 MLB season. Why Elly De La Cruz Is the Top…
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NL Central Stable Volume Gives Points League Managers Major Draft Advantage
The NL Central is a useful division for fantasy baseball points leagues because it offers several teams with stable everyday roles, good contact-oriented hitters, and enough rotation depth to create useful fantasy innings. It may not be the flashiest division in baseball, but for points managers, stable volume often matters more than noise. What to…
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NL Central Teams Enter 2026 As Upgraded Cubs May Put Brewers’ Reign at Risk
The NL Central may not get the same attention as some other divisions, but it was quietly stronger than many assumed last season. In fact, the five clubs combined for more wins than every division except the AL East, and it was the only National League division to send three teams to the postseason. Milwaukee…
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Fantasy Third Basemen Rankings Expose Lack of Elite Talent for 2026 Managers
The days of considering third base as a position of elite talent in baseball are gone, and that’s particularly true in fantasy. There are some elite performers at the position, such as Jose Ramirez and Junior Caminero, but it’s clear that the hot corner simply doesn’t have the same talent levels at other positions, such…
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5 Keeper Prospects Could Elevate Your Long-Term Fantasy Baseball Roster
If you’re an avid fantasy baseball player, you know there’s a difference between playing standard and keeper formats. Whereas standard formats require teams to draft annually, keeper leagues don’t have a traditional draft; instead, they add players every offseason while keeping a set number of elements per season. Those players are called “keepers.” This time,…
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3 Baseball Stars Whose On-Base Ability May Secure 2026 Stolen Base Title
One of the toughest MLB predictions to make ahead of the 2026 season is which player might end up leading the league in steals. It’s not a stretch to say that stolen bases can be considered a lost art in today’s MLB. Nonetheless, we’ll analyze the cases of several players who could lead the majors…
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Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Plate Discipline Issues Could Limit 2026 Fantasy Points
Pete Crow-Armstrong opened the 2025 season in spectacular fashion, generating early MVP discussion through a combination of elite defense, power, and speed. By the end of July, he carried a .272/.309/.559 slash line with 27 home runs and 29 steals, showcasing the dynamic offensive ceiling that made him one of the most anticipated young center…
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Alex Bregman’s Move to Cubs Projects Him as Safe Mid-Tier Fantasy Option
The Chicago Cubs made a major statement in free agency by signing All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract with a full no-trade clause and no opt-outs. After acquiring Edward Cabrera earlier in the offseason, Chicago continues to position itself as a serious contender, and adding Bregman gives the lineup both…