Photos from the Cubs Convention on Jan. 16-18, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago.
Former Cubs player Ben Zobrist participates in a discussion about the 2016 World Series Champions team during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
A standing-room only crowd watches former Cubs players in a discussion about the 2016 World Series Champions team during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Gregory Dickinson and his son, Landen, 10, watch former Cubs players in a discussion about the 2016 World Series Champions team during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs players Pedro Strop, left, and Ben Zobrist participate in a discussion about the 2016 World Series Champions team during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs players from the 2016 World Series Champions team, including Justin Grimm, from left, Miguel Montero, Mike Montgomery, Anthony Rizzo, Pedro Strop and Ben Zobrist participate in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs players from the 2016 World Series Champions team, including Justin Grimm, from left, Miguel Montero, Mike Montgomery, Pedro Strop and Ben Zobrist walk on stage for a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Young fans wait to ask Cubs pitchers questions during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
A child holds a cutout of Cubs player Pete Crow-Armstrong while sitting on a grown up’s shoulders during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs players Miguel Amaya, from left, Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner and Dansby Swanson participate in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera, left, participates in a discussion with help from an interpreter during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs pitcher Cade Horton participates in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon participates in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs pitchers Matthew Boyd, from left, Jameson Taillon, Cade Horton, Colin Rea and Edward Cabrera participate in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
New Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera is introduced for a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts signs an autograph during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd participates in a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
A young fan sits on a grown up’s shoulders while waiting for a hopeful autograph from former Cubs infielder Anthony Rizzo during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs infielder Anthony Rizzo laughs while having a discussion with infielder Ian Happ during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs infielder Anthony Rizzo speaks during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs infielder Anthony Rizzo signs autographs before having a discussion with infielder Ian Happ during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, left, and former infielder Anthony Rizzo greet each other on stage during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
A capacity crowd listens to new Cubs player Alex Bregman and infielder Ian Happ have a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
New Cubs player Alex Bregman attends a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
New Cubs player Alex Bregman speaks during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
New Cubs player Alex Bregman, left, and infielder Ian Happ have a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Noah Tudor, 4, snacks on potato chips while waiting with his family during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong makes a fist bump explosion gesture with a fan while signing autographs during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong talks with Bella Kearns, 14, while signing autographs during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner takes a picture with a fan while signing autographs during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood takes a picture of a helmet after signing it during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Jimmy Staab holds his three-month-old daughter, Bennett, while waiting in line to get autographs during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs manager Craig Counsell speaks during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs manager Craig Counsell attends a discussion during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer, left, and general manager Carter Hawkins speak during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Fans listen to Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins speak during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins speaks during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer shows off a Bears jersey during the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
A Cubs fan wearing shorts walks to the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk on Jan. 17, 2026. The air temperature at the time was 12 degrees. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
Anthony Rizzo holds the 2016 World Series trophy as the championship team is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
New third baseman Alex Bregman is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Young fans looking for autographs stand by the stage during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts walks on stage during day 1 of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Retired pitcher Jon Lester is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Retired catcher Jody Davis, left, and retired pitcher Jon Lester, right, pose with Chairman Tom Ricketts during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Young fans take in the scene during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Retired pitcher Kyle Hendricks, center, waves to fans as the 2016 World Series championship team is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch is introduced during day 1 of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Edward Cabrera is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Tyler Austin is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Matthew Boyd is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Left fielder Ian Happ is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Porter Hodge is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Second baseman Nico Hoerner is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Cade Horton is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Luke Little is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Hoby Milner is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Justin Steele is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Fans attend the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong gives an interview on the blue carpet during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Fans sing the national anthem on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former first baseman Anthony Rizzo has a laugh while holding the World Series trophy as the 2016 championship team is honored during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former first baseman Anthony Rizzo and former catcher and manager David Ross share a moment with the World Series trophy as the 2016 championship team is honored during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Manager Craig Counsell is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former manager and catcher David Ross, right, sits with members of the 2016 championship team as current manager Craig Counsell walks behind being introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Ben Brown is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Colin Rea is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Shortstop Dansby Swanson is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Jameson Taillon is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Retired pitcher Kerry Wood is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former catcher Jody Davis is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Broadcaster Pat Hughes is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former pitchers Lee Smith, second from left, and Fergie Jenkins share a laugh during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former pitcher Fergie Jenkins is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former outfielder Andre Dawson is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Jordan Wicks is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former first baseman Anthony Rizzo, left, and former manager Joe Maddon sit next to the World Series trophy as the 2016 championship team is honored during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Former manager Joe Maddon and former first baseman Anthony Rizzo walk on stage as the 2016 World Champions are honored during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Ben Zobrist waves to fans as the 2016 World Series team is introduced during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Catcher Miguel Amaya is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Gavin Hollowell is introduced during the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
A young fan watches as a video tribute of the 2025 team is played during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
A collection of items honoring Ryne Sandberg is seen on stage during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Shortstop Dansby Swanson and wife and professional soccer player Mallory Swanson give interviews on the blue carpet during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Billy Williams uses a baseball bat-style cane to show off his famous swing after being introduced the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
New third baseman Alex Bregman is introduced the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
A young fan wears a replica 2016 World Series championship ring while attending the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
A young fan wears a replica 2016 World Series championship ring while attending the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
New third baseman Alex Bregman high-fives fans while walking through the crowd during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is introduced the opening ceremony of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Manager Craig Counsell talks to the media during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer speaks with the media during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Joe Clark, 13, tries to get a peek at players on the blue carpet during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Edward Cabrera speaks with the media during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Pitcher Edward Cabrera speaks with the media during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Second baseman Nico Hoerner has a laugh while being interviewed during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Manager Craig Counsell talks with the media during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)