After the unexpected run to the NLCS in 2015, the Chicago Cubs were ready to go for all the marbles in 2016. Before 2015 the team had landed Jon Lester on a six-year deal, a key move in their rise to success. Going into 2016 the Cubs put themselves back and the map and looked to attract some of the big names on the free agent board.
After winning it all in 2016 the Cubs attempted to continue to plug some holes on the roster with more signings in 2017-2018. The past two offseasons had a few smaller signings, but to the frustration of fans, no big names.