Predicting possible Cubs’ offseason moves using $100 million that came off the books

Writing for Cubbies Crib, Jake Misener outlines a hypothetical offseason plan for the Chicago Cubs using an estimated $100 million coming off payroll. Misener argues that president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer must allocate funds across multiple roster needs rather than spending excessively on a single mega-deal, aiming to catch the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers.

The writer proposes re-signing outfielder Seiya Suzuki to a four-year, $100 million deal, alongside securing pitcher Michael King with a five-year, $150 million contract. Additional suggested moves include converting reliever Adrian Morejon into a starter on a three-year deal, re-signing David Peterson, signing Joc Pederson to a one-year deal, and adding reliever Jonathan Loaisiga.