Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top free agent starting pitchers the Chicago Cubs missed out on?
Carlos Rodon, Clayton Kershaw, and Yusei Kikuchi are all off the market. The Cubs now need to look at secondary free agent options to bolster their rotation.
What does the current Chicago Cubs starting rotation look like?
The Cubs rotation currently consists of Kyle Hendricks, Marcus Stroman, Wade Miley, Alec Mills, and either Justin Steele or Adbert Alzolay. Stroman was signed to a 3-year, $71M deal and Miley was claimed off waivers from Cincinnati.
Why would Matthew Boyd be a good fit for the Chicago Cubs?
Boyd is a cheap, arbitration-eligible option who was non-tendered by the Detroit Tigers. He posted a 3.89 ERA in 78.2 innings and could serve as rotation depth or a trade chip at the deadline.
What were Zack Greinke's stats last season and why would the Cubs want him?
Greinke pitched 171 innings for the Houston Astros with a 4.16 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP. The Cubs could sign him to a one-year deal and potentially flip him to a contender at the trade deadline.
Which Cubs pitching prospects could eventually make their way into the starting rotation?
The Cubs farm system is loaded with pitching talent including Caleb Kilian, DJ Herz, Jordan Wicks, Brailyn Marquez, Kohl Franklin, and Ryan Jensen. Keegan Thompson is also available as a spot starter if the team goes to a six-man rotation.