The Chicago Cubs have been swimming in the deep end in terms of premier free agents, but have yet to sign a massive name. They have been rumored to be in contact with a handful of them, but none have officially signed a contract to join the Cubs for the 2026 season. However, one name they have reached out to seems to be a little unexpected. Let’s take a closer look at who this free agent is and what that would mean for Chicago if they were to sign him.
The Chicago Cubs have checked in on Bo Bichette
Nov 1, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Bo Bichette (11) throws to first for an out against Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) in the eighth inning during game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
MLB’s Jon Heyman is reporting that the Cubs have checked in on free agent shortstop Bo Bichette. This is something that would raise a few eyebrows, as they have a middle infield that is expected to be one of the better duos in the league with second baseman Nico Hoerner and shortstop Dansby Swanson. Bichette is a two-time All-Star and finished 16th in the 2025 American League MVP voting with a .840 OPS with 18 home runs, 94 RBI, and 78 runs scored over 139 games.
Bichette is primarily a shortstop, but he did play second base after returning from his injury in the postseason. He would also mention that he is open to playing at second base in a large role going forward ahead of free agency. This opens him to a lot more teams, so this would be intriguing. Does Chicago showing some interest in Bichette mean there is a Hoerner trade coming on the horizon? It will be intriguing to see exactly how much interest there is on both sides of a deal.
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