After the Cubs declined an option in Shota Imanaga's contract, the left-hander is now set to hit the free agency market.

The Chicago Cubs made a pretty shocking move, rejecting their option to extend Shota Imanaga's contract out to a fifth year, therefore allowing the southpaw to opt out of the deal altogether and enter free agency, per ESPN's Jesse Rogers. All of a sudden, the Cubs' rotation, which already had a glaring need at the top, is in even worse shape.

Kyle Tucker is projected to become one of baseball's highest-paid players with an estimated 11-year, $418 million deal. ESPN's Kiley McDaniel highligh

After acquiring Andrew Kittredge in a trade from the Orioles, the Cubs have changed course on the relief pitcher.

The Chicago Cubs went “all-in” with Kyle Tucker for the 2025 season. Kinda. More News: Chicago Cubs: Are the stars aligning for a Cody Bellinger return?

The Chicago Cubs' marriage with outfielder Kyle Tucker appears likely to be short-lived. Tucker is thought to be seeking at least $300 million in free

There will likely only be three or four teams in the league that could afford to sign Kyle Tucker for $400-plus million.

CHICAGO -- Cubs left-handed starter Shota Imanaga is entering free agency, sources told ESPN. After the team rejected an option to extend his contract out to 2028, he likewise rejected a $15 million player option for next season, triggering his ability to become a free agent.

The Chicago Cubs have allowed the latest major offseason domino to fall with a decision that not many saw coming on Tuesday morning. As first reported by Jesse

The Chicago Cubs are "likely" going to part ways with Kyle Tucker this winter as the slugger seeks a contract north of $300 million in free agency, ESPN's Jeff Passan and Jesse Rogers reported Wednesday.