The Cubs signed Alex Bregman on Saturday night, a move that was somewhat overshadowed by the Bears’ historic comeback against the Packers. Although the Cubs’ interest in Bregman has been well documented, it didn’t seem like a situation that would find a resolution so soon. Scott Boras is known for dragging out negotiations, even well into February like he did with Bregman last year. This time, however, the third baseman was ready to lock in his team of the future.
Trading for Edward Cabrera on Wednesday was a step in the right direction and showed that the Cubs’ offseason was indeed salvageable.