MESA, Ariz. – Much of the discussion surrounding the Cubs during the first full week of spring training has been about the future of Javy Baez, Kris Bryant, and Anthony Rizzo. All three players will be free agents after the 2021 season.
When camp opened, president Jed Hoyer stated that the team would like to sit down with its three superstars to discuss the possibility of a long-term deal this spring. All three players spoke about the matter this week and are open and receptive to the idea.
There’s no guarantee that anything gets done before the team breaks camp, but the fact that all sides are willing to listen is a good place to start.