The Chicago Cubs made a splash by going out and signing Alex Bregman to a monster deal, but it might not be the only thing that they do this winter
According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Cubs have expressed interest in a potential reunion with Bellinger. However, their recent spending may complicate how realistic that pursuit actually is.
“Bellinger is believed drawing interest from at least the Dodgers, Giants and Mets, and the Blue Jays could make sense depending on their other big pursuits (Tucker and Bichette). Bellinger’s old Cubs team also expressed interest, but their agreement with Alex Bregman for $175M for five years, first reported by The Post, might take them out of it,” he wrote.
The Cubs’ massive commitment to Bregman likely changes their financial outlook and roster priorities. While Bellinger remains a familiar and comfortable fit, given his previous success in Chicago and ability to play both the outfield and first base, it’s fair to question whether the Cubs are still positioned to make a serious push.
From a baseball standpoint, the logic is still there, though, and for a Cubs team that's been dying for success recently, why stop at Bregman?
For now, a reunion can’t be ruled out, but it doesn't seem like anything is too serious at the moment.
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