"The Pete Crow-Armstrong extension, a little before Opening Day, and then Nico Hoerner's extension were a clear dose of good news for the fanbase off the field - and means two key members of the Cubs core will remain in Chicago through at least 2032."
"Crow-Armstrong was not close to free agency, but he is a budding superstar, and locking him up for an extra six years after this season is a huge win."
"Most players don't like negotiating in-season. That's part of why the Crow-Armstrong and the Hoerner deals got done right before (or right after, in the case of Hoerner) Opening Day."
"Like Hoerner, Ian Happ has been an integral part behind the scenes for the Cubs through a rebuild. Happ has played a major role in helping establish a winning culture."
The Cubs achieved significant off-field success by extending Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner, key players in their core. Crow-Armstrong's extension secures him through 2032, while Hoerner, nearing free agency, also commits long-term. With both players locked in, the Cubs are now considering future extension candidates, particularly Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki, who are on expiring contracts. The timing of these extensions reflects a broader trend in MLB, as teams seek to secure their young talent before they reach free agency.
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