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Jon Lester

Jon Lester going to the Cubs for 6 years and $155 million

by Steve Painter | Wed, Dec 10th 1:49am EST

This will certainly get things rolling in San Diego, where MLB is holding the Winter Meetings. Lester joins a club that is intent on winning now and will be reunited with Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer, the two who originally drafted him. (Ken Rosenthal)

Fantasy Impact:

Pencil Lester in on your fantasy cheat sheets as the clear ace of the Chicago staff and someone who can add tremendous value on your roster. Lester gave this decision a lot of thought and will be very comfortable with his role on the staff, which includes Jake Arrieta and Jason Hammel.

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