LF,CF,RF - Chicago Cubs
- Age 27
- Bats: B
- Throws: L
Availability
The Cubs selected the contract of OF Dylan Carlson from Triple-A Iowa.
Fantasy Impact
Carlson earns the roster spot with Seiya Suzuki (knee) placed on the injured list. He will add depth in the outfield for the Cubs to open the season.
Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Dylan Carlson has made the Cubs’ Opening Day roster.
Fantasy Impact
Carlson earns the roster spot with Seiya Suzuki (knee) landing on the injured list. He will hold a reserve role until Suzuki is healthy.
Carlson signed a minor-league contract with Chicago in January. He hit .203/.278/.336 over 83 games for Baltimore in 2025.
Fantasy Impact
Tyler Austin will miss several months following knee surgery, creating at least one additional bench position. Carlson has posted a 1.071 OPS across 20 at-bats during Cactus League play. He is competing with Michael Conforto for an Opening Day roster spot.
The Cubs signed OF Dylan Carlson to a minor league contract.
Fantasy Impact
The deal includes an invite to spring training. Carlson lands a fresh start after he elected free agency back in November.
Dylan Carlson elected to become a free agent on Thursday after clearing waivers. He opted for free agency rather than accepting an assignment to Triple-A Norfolk.
Fantasy Impact
In 2025, Carlson struggled over 241 plate appearances at the big-league level, hitting just .203/.278/.336.
