"We'll break down some of the players separately at a later date, but there are several interesting things to note about who they selected and the lack of hitters named. There's a consensus notion that the Cubs are going to target a front-line starting pitcher, with MLBTR mentioning Framber Valdez, Tatsuya Imai, and Ranger Suarez as options for Jed Hoyer this winter. Also linked as possibilities for the rotation were longtime division rivals Brandon Woodruff and Tyler Mahle."
"With Shōta Imanaga 's future still uncertain, the Cubs are going to have to explore several options. Even if he opts to accept the qualifying offer, the team will need both depth and security for the future. As always seems to be the case, money will certainly be an issue when it comes to signing one of these top arms. While the Cubs can afford it, it's harder to imagine them actually spending on upper-level talent."
MLB Trade Rumors' Top 50 Free Agent predictions link nine players to the Chicago Cubs, eight of whom are pitchers. Front-line starters mentioned as Cubs targets include Framber Valdez, Tatsuya Imai, Ranger Suarez, Brandon Woodruff, and Tyler Mahle. Tatsuya Imai profiles as an intriguing, near-28 righty with a big fastball and a wrong-way slider who could command more than $150 million. Shōta Imanaga's uncertain future creates a need for additional rotation depth and long-term security. Budget constraints could limit spending on elite arms. The bullpen also needs reloading, with names like Luke Weaver, Seranthony Domínguez, and Pete Fairbanks floated as targets.
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