The Chicago Cubs have taken center stage in MLB’s offseason buzz, emerging as the surprise favorites to sign star reliever Tanner Scott. The post MLB Rumors: Cubs Emerge as Surprise Favorites for $80M Star After President Jed Hoyer’s Big Tease appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer says the team is focused on improving its bullpen and bench at this point in the offseason.

Jorge Alfaro signed with the Brewers, looking to prove himself this spring after bouncing around in the majors for the past few years.

The Chicago Cubs could look to bolster their bullpen by signing San Diego Padres closer Tanner Scott in free agency.

The Chicago Cubs have signed former Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Colin Rea to a new contract for the 2025 MLB season, while the Cubs have designated RHP Michael Arias for assignment to make room for Rea on the 40-man roster.

Since Craig Counsell was hired as the manager of the Chicago Cubs, there have been constant rumors and speculation surrounding him reuniting with some of his pr

The Chicago Cubs and right-hander Colin Rea have finalized a $5 million, one-year contract. The 34-year-old Rea has a $4.25 million salary for 2025.

After the Chicago Cubs shockingly gave up on their No. 18 prospect, bullpen fireballer Michael Arias, the New York Yankees moved quickly to acquire him.

As the MLB offseason continues, the Cubs have signed Colin Rea to a $5M contract, stealing him away from the division rival Brewers.

The 31-year-old signed a minor-league deal with the Red Sox in January 2023 ahead of spring training. He made a legitimate case to make the Opening Day roster, but Connor Wong beat out Alfaro and he began the year in Triple-A Worcester. After hitting .320 with six home runs in 43 games, Alfaro opted out of his contract June 1.

The Chicago Cubs have added depth to their pitching staff, signing former Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Colin Rea to a one-year, $5 million contract, as first reported by Bob Nightengale on X.The ...

CHICAGO (WGN) — The Chicago Cubs have inked former Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Colin Rea to a new contract where he’ll rejoin the North Siders for the 2025 MLB season. Rea signed a one ...