This... is not good news.

The Cubs trimmed their spring roster again. None of the names should surprise you.

The Cubs are an iconic brand. New marketing management thinks the brand needs freshening, with more kid-friendly happenings. They might be right in some areas. But a mascot? Um, no.

Only in the city of Chicago could a man representing one-fiftieth of the population hold up a deal that could benefit the entire city. It's time for the 44th Ward alderman to back off.

Herein, post all your comments and experiences in the dreaded ticket virtual waiting room, and/or how you were able to get Cubs tickets this year through the wristband system at the box office.

It's the end of an era.

The Cubs might not be a very good team to watch in person this season, but if you're a season-ticket holder, you'll have the coolest tickets in baseball.

Change is on the way to Mesa, Arizona, where by 2015 the city -- third-largest in Arizona with over 430,000 people -- will be host to two major-league teams for spring training.

Here's all you need to know about the Cubs' single-game ticket sales for 2013.