Chicago Cubs Roster
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Inside the 2026 Cubs active roster
Nothing beats a sunny afternoon singing “Go, Cubs, Go” at the Friendly Confines. For lifelong fans of the North Siders, the 2026 Chicago Cubs roster brings a thrilling blend of major offseason acquisitions and highly touted homegrown talent.
After securing the top Wild Card spot and advancing to the NLDS last year, the front office proved they weren’t satisfied. They made aggressive moves over the winter to push this beloved franchise closer to another World Series parade.
As a lifelong Cubs fan, I built this guide so the Wrigleyville faithful always know who’s wearing the pinstripes. Below, you’ll find the active 26-man squad and Craig Counsell’s core coaching staff.
MLB - Chicago Cubs Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | ||||||
72 | Javier Assad | SP | 6'1" | 200 lbs | 28 | Tijuana, Mexico |
16 | Matthew Boyd | SP | 6'3" | 223 lbs | 35 | Mercer Island, WA |
18 | Shota Imanaga | SP | 5'10" | 175 lbs | 32 | Kitakyushu, Japan |
41 | Hoby Milner | RP | 6'3" | 187 lbs | 35 | Dallas, TX |
70 | Jayden Murray | RP | 6'1" | 190 lbs | 29 | Vernal, UT |
19 | David Peterson | SP | 6'6" | 240 lbs | 30 | Denver, CO |
53 | Colin Rea | SP | 6'5" | 220 lbs | 35 | Cascade, IA |
39 | Ethan Roberts | RP | 5'10" | 180 lbs | 28 | Sparta, TN |
33 | Ryan Rolison | RP | 6'2" | 213 lbs | 28 | Jackson, TN |
24 | Caleb Thielbar | RP | 6'0" | 205 lbs | 39 | Northfield, MN |
49 | Trent Thornton | RP | 6'0" | 190 lbs | 32 | Charlotte, NC |
56 | Vince Velasquez | SP | 6'3" | 210 lbs | 34 | Montclair, CA |
71 | Jacob Webb | RP | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 32 | Riverside, CA |
Catchers | ||||||
9 | Miguel Amaya | C | 6'1" | 230 lbs | 27 | Herrera, Panama |
15 | Carson Kelly | C | 6'1" | 212 lbs | 31 | Chicago, IL |
Infielders | ||||||
3 | Alex Bregman | 3B | 5'10" | 190 lbs | 32 | Albuquerque, NM |
29 | Michael Busch | 1B | 5'11" | 210 lbs | 28 | Inver Grove Heights, MN |
2 | Nico Hoerner | 2B | 5'11" | 200 lbs | 29 | Oakland, CA |
75 | Pedro Ramirez | 2B | 5'9" | 165 lbs | 22 | Táriba, Venezuela |
7 | Dansby Swanson | SS | 6'0" | 190 lbs | 32 | Kennesaw, GA |
Outfielders | ||||||
4 | Pete Crow-Armstrong | CF | 6'0" | 184 lbs | 24 | Sherman Oaks, CA |
1 | Justin Dean | CF | 5'8" | 185 lbs | 29 | Mauldin, SC |
8 | Ian Happ | LF | 5'10" | 205 lbs | 31 | Pittsburgh, PA |
6 | Matt Shaw | RF | 5'10" | 185 lbs | 24 | Springfield, MA |
27 | Seiya Suzuki | RF | 5'11" | 182 lbs | 31 | Tokyo, Japan |
Designated Hitter | ||||||
20 | Michael Conforto | DH | 5'11" | 215 lbs | 33 | Seattle, WA |
Top Cubs players to watch
The biggest headline of the winter was the massive addition of Alex Bregman, who brings elite offensive production and a championship pedigree to the hot corner. He’s supported by blazing-fast center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, who continues to develop into a true franchise cornerstone after securing a recent contract extension.
On the mound, left-handed sensation Shota Imanaga anchors the rotation, consistently mesmerizing opposing hitters with his elite command. To bolster the staff, the front office traded for dynamic righty Edward Cabrera, giving Chicago vital pitching depth for the NL Central race.
Current Cubs injury report
MLB - Chicago Cubs Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jameson Taillon | 15-day IL | Mid-July | Left Hamstring (Strain) | Manager Craig Counsell said Friday that there's a chance Taillon (hamstring) will return from the injured list before the All-Star break, Vinnie Duber of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. |
Phil Maton | 15-day IL | Mid-July | Right Knee (Tendinitis) | The Cubs placed Maton (knee) on the 15-day injured list Friday with a right knee injury, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. |
Ben Brown | 15-day IL | Late August | Neck (Strain) | Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Thursday that Brown has been diagnosed with a stress reaction in his neck and will have limited activity for the next month, 104.3 The Score reports. |
Edward Cabrera | 15-day IL | Mid-July | Left Hamstring (Strain) | Cabrera was diagnosed with a moderate-grade left hamstring strain Wednesday following an MRI and is without a return timeline, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. |
Justin Steele | 60-day IL | February | Left Elbow (Surgery) | Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Tuesday in a radio appearance that he doesn't expect Steele (elbow) to rejoin the major-league rotation this season, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. |
Riley Martin | 15-day IL | July 7 | Left Elbow (Strain) | The Cubs announced June 10 that Martin (elbow) has resumed playing catch, MLB.com reports. |
Daniel Palencia | 15-day IL | Mid-July | Right Elbow (Strain) | Palencia was diagnosed with a mild flexor strain in his right arm Saturday, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. |
Jaxon Wiggins | Day-to-day | June 27 | Right Elbow (Inflammation) | The Cubs announced Wednesday that Wiggins (elbow) has resumed throwing bullpen sessions and facing hitters at the organization's complex in Arizona and could soon be ready to pitch in games, MLB.com reports. |
Hunter Harvey | 60-day IL | July 7 | Right Triceps (Inflammation) | The Cubs moved Harvey (triceps) from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL on Sunday. |
Brandon Birdsell | Day-to-day | October | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Birdsell (elbow) will miss the entire 2026 season, Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline reports. |
Porter Hodge | 60-day IL | May | Right Elbow (Surgery) | The Cubs transferred Hodge (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Friday, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports. |
Shelby Miller | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | The Cubs placed Miller (elbow) on the 60-day injured list Sunday. |
Cade Horton | 60-day IL | August | Right Elbow (Surgery) | The Cubs transferred Horton (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Saturday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports. |
Tyler Austin | 60-day IL | Mid-July | Right Knee (Surgery) | The Cubs placed Austin (knee) on the 60-day injured list Tuesday. |
Chicago Cubs coaching staff
- Manager: Craig Counsell
- Bench Coach: Ryan Flaherty
- Pitching Coach: Tommy Hottovy
- Hitting Coach: Dustin Kelly
- First Base Coach: Jose Javier
- Third Base Coach: Quintin Berry
- Bullpen Coach: Mark Strittmatter
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Chicago Cubs roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Cubs?
Craig Counsell is the manager of the Chicago Cubs. His shocking move from the rival Brewers ahead of the 2024 season created quite a stir in the NL Central and made him the then-highest-paid manager in MLB history.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Cubs?
Third baseman Alex Bregman is currently the highest-paid player on the team. The front office signed the veteran infielder to a blockbuster 5-year, $175 million contract in January 2026.
What's the average age of the Cubs roster?
The average age of the Chicago Cubs is 29.8 years old. The roster skews slightly older than the league average due to its deep core of established veterans.
What are the Cubs' minor league affiliates?
Chicago Cubs prospects develop their skills by climbing the ranks through the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Single-A), South Bend Cubs (High-A), Knoxville Smokies (Double-A), and the Iowa Cubs (Triple-A).
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