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The Short Porch is thinking about free agent starting pitching

The hot stove season is here. As we discussed earlier this week when the Cubs signed Jacob Webb for at least one more year, it could be a fast and furious race to the lockout after Dec. 1. The Cubs…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 10:00 PM
The Short Porch is thinking about free agent starting pitching
Key Things to Know
  • Bleed Cubbie Blue argues that the upcoming MLB free agent starting pitching class lacks depth beyond top-tier targets.
  • The writer notes Tarik Skubal, Trevor Rogers, and Freddy Peralta represent the elite tier of available starting pitchers.
  • Sanchez highlights that three pitchers in the projected top ten played for the Chicago Cubs in 2026.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Bleed Cubbie Blue's Sara Sanchez assesses the upcoming MLB free agent starting pitching market, analyzing potential options for the Chicago Cubs. Sanchez argues that the overall class is relatively thin outside elite options such as Tarik Skubal, Trevor Rogers, and Freddy Peralta, leaving few clear upgrades available for the club through free agency alone.

Sanchez highlights that the Cubs face limited pathways to improve their rotation: paying heavily for elite free agents, re-signing pitchers from their 2026 roster, or relying on internal improvements from players like Justin Steele, Ben Brown, Edward Cabrera, and Braxton Garrett.

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