Andy Martinez

Volume 90% After consecutive 83-79 seasons and missing out on the playoffs both times, the Cubs are beginning one of their most crucial winters in recent years.

Volume 90% Cubs fans quickly learned to appreciate Shota Imanaga. Thursday night he received recognition from the rest of the baseball world.

Volume 90% After consecutive 83-79 seasons and missing out on the playoffs both times, the Cubs are beginning one of their most crucial winters in recent years.

Volume 90% As the echo of the referee's whistle rang after each offensive play throughout Soldier Field on Sunday afternoon, Caleb Williams immediately heard a voice in his helmet.

Volume 90% One of the biggest storylines for this Bears season was always going to be the development of Caleb Williams.

The next dominoes of the offseason fell on Tuesday afternoon. The Cubs selected the contracts of outfielder Owen Caissie and infielder Ben Cowles, protecting them from next month's Rule 5 Draft.

Volume 90% After consecutive 83-79 seasons and missing out on the playoffs both times, the Cubs are beginning one of their most crucial winters in recent years.

Jed Hoyer and the Cubs front office have made it no secret that they're looking to augment their bullpen.

The Cubs made another move amid a busy day on Wednesday. The team acquired catcher Matt Thaiss from the Angels for a cash consideration.

The Cubs cleared room on their 40-man roster on Friday night — and parted ways with a pair of intriguing players in doing so.