10/22/2026
The Chicago Cubs are facing a major offseason challenge after an 89-win season ended in postseason disappointment. With several starting pitchers approaching free agency, rebuilding the rotation has become the team's top priority.
David Peterson, Kevin Gausman and S***a Imanaga are all set to become free agents, while Matthew Boyd, Clay Holmes and Colin Rea have contract options. Peterson impressed late in the season with a 1.27 ERA across four starts before the playoffs.
Chicago also has injury concerns surrounding Cade Horton, Justin Steele and Ben Brown. With so much uncertainty heading into 2027, Jed Hoyer and the Cubs' front office have plenty of work ahead to build a dependable starting rotation.