The Chicago Cubs made a very surprising move by inking All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year contract on Saturday.
Bregman's contract is among the largest in team history. The deal, along with a flurry of other moves this offseason, suggests a commitment to consistent playoff contention by Cubs' ownership as the team rarely dishes out contracts of this magnitude. With that being said, here's where Bregman's deal ranks among the largest contracts in Chicago Cubs history.
5. Alfonso Soriano: 8 years, $136 million
Alfonso Soriano came to the Cubs after compiling six impressive major league seasons with the New York Yankees, Texas Rangers, and Washington Nationals.